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GO: Biological Process

sensory perception of umami taste

Term ID
GO:0050917
Synonyms
  • umami taste perception
Definition
The series of events required to receive an umami taste stimulus, convert it to a molecular signal, and recognize and characterize the signal. Umami taste is the savory taste of meats and other foods that are rich in glutamates. This is a neurological process.
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