Question

Why are the many unique flavors we recognize not just tastes alone but a combination of sensations based on tastes, odors, touch, temperature, and pain?

Answer 1

Answer:

This is because all incoming signals are integrated with other sensory signals and even memories to produce our perceptions

Explanation:

It should be understood that sensations are based on the activities of the sense organs. And all the sense organs possess the same sensory pathway which are

* Ability to sense or detect a stimulus

*  Detection of a stimulus is converted to a nerve impulse

* Signal from nerve impulse is conducted to the brain

*  Processing information is the sensation perceived in the brain.

It has also been noted that, the flavor sensation came from a combination of sensory stimuli which were detected by the gustatory cells, olfactory receptors, and also, touch and pain receptors.