Question

Rita put small piece imli on her tongue. Which of the following taste did she feel?

• A. Sweet
• B. Sour
• C. Bitter
• D. Salty

Answer 1

The correct option is B Sour

The upper surface of the tongue has small projections called papillae, some of which bear taste buds.

About 50 -150 taste cells are found in a taste bud. These cells detect all 4 tastes i.e sweet, sour, salty and bitter.

The sour taste of imli is perceived by the taste buds due to the presence of an antioxidant called tartaric acid.

Hence when Rita put small piece imli on her tongue.she feels sour taste.

So, the correct answer is 'Sour'.