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To detect the taste bud (gustatory receptor) and its function.
`rarr` Put some sugar on your tongue in the mouth.
`rarr` Block your nose by pressing it between your thumb and index finger.
`rarr` Now eat sugar again.
`rarr` While eating lunch, block your nose in the same way and notice if you can fully appreciate the taste of food you are eating.
How does the sugar taste ?

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The taste of sugar is sweet.
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