What is the difference between taste and flavor?
a. Taste refers specifically to the sensations produced by the taste buds, while flavor describes the experience that includes the taste and smell of food.
b. Taste describes an experience that includes the texture and smell of food, while flavor refers specifically to the sensations produced by the taste buds.
c. Taste and flavor are both synonyms for the technical term gustation.
d. Taste only includes sweet, salt, sour, and bitter, while flavor also includes umami.
Answer: A. Taste refers specifically to the sensations produced by the taste buds, while flavor describes the experience that includes the taste and smell of food.