Quiz on Nose and Tongue

What part of the nose detects smell?

• Cilia

• Nasal Cavity

• Olfactory Nerves

• Nostrils

What do the nostrils do?

• Protect from cold

• Produce mucus

• Breathe in scent particles

• Detect taste

What is the unpleasant smell of garbage due to?

• Rotten food

• Sampaguita flower

• Fresh fruits

• Perfumes

What should you use to clean your nose?

• Your fingers

• Water only

• A clean and soft cloth

• A pointed object

What is the main function of the nasal cavity?

• To protect from dust

• To produce mucus

• To pick out smell particles

• To taste food

What is the sticky fluid produced by the mucous membrane?

• Sweat

• Mucus

• Saliva

• Tears

What part of the tongue helps you taste?

• Mucus

• Papillae

• Cilia

• Nostrils

How many taste buds does the tongue have?

• 5,000 - 15,000

• 1,000 - 5,000

• 3,000 - 10,000

• 10,000 - 20,000

What taste is coffee?

• Bitter

• Sour

• Salty

• Sweet

What should you avoid tasting?

• Vegetables

• Candy

• Chemicals

• Fruits