Regarding the sense of taste, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A)People without tongues are still able to sense taste.
B)A food's flavor results from mixtures of basic tastes, and the food's aroma, texture, and temperature.
C)Taste receptors differ from other neurons in that they regenerate at a faster rate.
D)Genetic factors play a role in taste sensitivity, but not in taste preferences.
E)Cats are unable to taste "sweet," whereas pigs are able to do so.

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Genetic factors influence both taste sensitivity and taste preferences, indicating that statement D is false. Taste preferences can be affected by genetic variations, such as those influencing the perception of bitterness, sweetness, and other taste qualities.

Regarding the Sense of Taste, Which of the Following Statements