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Sour Science: Do Sour Taste Preferences Change with Age?

  • Published6 Aug 2013
  • Reviewed6 Aug 2013
  • Source Scientific American

Educator resources are meant to give access to information and teaching tools about the nervous system and related health issues. Resources target primary and secondary school levels.

Is there a difference between the sour preferences of kids and adults? In this activity, you'll test tolerance for sour taste and see whether it relates to a taster's age.

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