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svlad2 [7]
3 years ago
5

Foods that are potentially poisonous or inedible can often be detected by the ________ taste receptors, which are located at the

very back of the tongue.

Social Studies
1 answer:
Sedbober [7]3 years ago
6 0

Answer:

Poisonous foods can be detected by the bitter taste receptors.

Explanation:

The tongue has various taste receptors, which detect the 5 tastes:

  • Sour
  • Salty
  • Sweet
  • Bitter
  • Umami

Since most poisons are bitter, they are easily detected by these taste receptors. This taste has evolved in order to keep individuals safe from poisoning themselves and surviving.

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