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Gustation is the sensory process that allows the perception of taste through chemical stimuli. It involves the detection of tastants (taste-provoking chemical substances) by taste buds located on the tongue.
Specialized sensory organs on the tongue that detect taste stimuli and are essential for gustation.
Sensory receptor cells that respond to chemical stimuli and play a crucial role in the process of gustation.
Umami: One of the five basic tastes, recognized for its savory flavor, often associated with foods containing glutamate