Which of the following taste was identified by Kikunae Ikeda?

Sour

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Umami

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Sweet

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Salt

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Solution

The correct option is A Umami
The umami taste was identified by Japanese chemist kikunae Ikeda. The taste signals the presence of the amino acid L- glutamate which triggers a pleasurable response and thus encourages the intake of peptides and proteins.
So, the correct answer is option B.

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