Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780134477336
Author: Martini
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 17, Problem 5CP
If you completely dry the surface of your tongue and then place salt or sugar on it, you can’t taste the substance. Why not?
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