Stimulation of Receptors Within the Trigeminal Nerve Might Produce a Perception

Question

Stimulation of receptors within the trigeminal nerve might produce a perception of
A) intensely sweet.
B) intensely sour.
C) quite salty.
D) peppery hot.
E) bitter.

Accepted Answer

Stimulation of receptors within the trigeminal nerve, which is responsible for tactile sensation in the face and mouth, can produce a sensation of heat or spice, such as the spiciness of peppers. Therefore, the best choice would be D, peppery hot.