Gustatory Pathway and the Thalamus
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Where does the signal from taste receptors first go before reaching the gustatory cortex?

  • Pituitary gland
  • Hypothalamus
  • Hippocampus
  • Thalamus (correct)
  • What is the primary function of taste receptors?

  • Detecting chemicals in food (correct)
  • Producing saliva
  • Controlling muscle movement
  • Regulating body temperature
  • Which brain region is associated with processing taste information?

  • Cerebellum
  • Gustatory cortex (correct)
  • Occipital lobe
  • Amygdala
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