Which statement best explains how the sense of taste works?

• A. Molecules of taste are absorbed into the saliva and circulated throughout the blood until they reach the brain.
• B. Olfactory bulbs absorb molecules of taste and then send signals to the brain.
• C. Molecules of food fit into receptors on taste buds, and neural signals are fired to the brain.
• D. Molecules of taste are absorbed through receptors on the roof of the mouth and transmitted to the stomach.

Answer: (C)