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Practice Reading: Fill in the Blanks (Dropdown) ID: #50006 Bacteria Sinus Infections

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This is the season when sinus infections run rampant. But some people are better able to ward off that malady. And they can be identified by their taste buds. Because those of us who can better detect bitter flavors may also be better equipped to fight off upper tract infections. The finding is in the Journal of Clinical Investigation. It turns out that those bitter taste aren't just in our mouths. They're also in our noses. Being better able to sense bitterness may be a first line of defense against bacteria. That's because those bacteria
taste bitter to us. So when taste receptors in our airways sense a bitter flavor they roll out the . Cilia lining our sinuses beat faster, to sweep away germs. And bacteria-killing nitric oxide gets released into our nasal . Better bitter sensing means a bigger response. It's one reason researchers at the Monell Chemical Senses Center are trying to come up with a universal taste test—a standardized measurement of how well we sense flavors. Because one key to living healthier could be on the tip of your tongue.

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Correct answer: bacterial
Explanation: The word 'bacterial' fits grammatically as it is an adjective that describes the type of infections being discussed, specifically sinus infections. It aligns contextually with the topic of health and infections, making it the most appropriate choice.
Meaning: 'Bacterial' refers to anything related to bacteria, which are microorganisms that can cause infections.
Wrong options:
conventicle: Conventicle refers to a secret or private meeting, which does not relate to infections and is not an adjective describing a type of infection.
atheist: Atheist describes a person who does not believe in God, which is irrelevant in the context of sinus infections.
prissier: Prissier is the comparative form of prissy, meaning overly proper or affectedly refined, which does not fit the context of describing infections.
Correct answer: respiratory
Explanation: The term 'respiratory' is an adjective that correctly describes the type of tract being referred to, which is involved in breathing and is relevant to infections. It fits both grammatically and contextually within the sentence.
Meaning: 'Respiratory' pertains to the organs and tissues involved in breathing, particularly the lungs and airways.
Wrong options:
faulty: Faulty means defective or not working properly, which does not accurately describe the type of tract in this context.
togae: Togae is the plural of toga, a garment, which is completely unrelated to the topic of infections.
gawky: Gawky describes someone awkward or clumsy, which is not relevant to the medical context of the sentence.
Correct answer: receptors
Explanation: The word 'receptors' is a noun that fits grammatically as it refers to specialized cells that detect stimuli, in this case, bitter flavors. It is contextually appropriate as it relates to taste and the body's defense mechanisms.
Meaning: 'Receptors' are structures that receive signals, in this context, they are responsible for detecting taste sensations.
Wrong options:
depressions: Depressions refer to a state of low mood or a hollow area, which does not fit the context of taste detection.
dinners: Dinners refers to meals, which is unrelated to the scientific discussion of taste receptors.
submissions: Submissions refer to the act of submitting something, which does not relate to the context of taste or sensory detection.
Correct answer: actually
Explanation: The word 'actually' serves as an adverb that emphasizes the truth of the statement, fitting grammatically and contextually to highlight the surprising fact about bacteria tasting bitter.
Meaning: 'Actually' means in fact or really, used to assert the truth of a statement.
Wrong options:
purposelessly: Purposelessly means without purpose, which does not fit the context of discussing the nature of bacteria.
diagonally: Diagonally refers to a direction or angle, which is irrelevant in this context.
providently: Providently means showing foresight or prudence, which does not apply to the discussion of taste.
Correct answer: defenses
Explanation: The word 'defenses' is a noun that fits grammatically as it refers to the mechanisms the body uses to protect itself from infections. It is contextually relevant to the discussion of the body's response to bacteria.
Meaning: 'Defenses' refer to the means by which the body protects itself from harm, particularly from pathogens.
Wrong options:
contradictions: Contradictions refer to statements that oppose each other, which does not fit the context of bodily responses.
chestnuts: Chestnuts are a type of nut, which is unrelated to the topic of bodily defenses against infections.
pelvis: Pelvis refers to the lower part of the torso, which is not relevant to the discussion of immune responses.
Correct answer: cavities
Explanation: The word 'cavities' is a noun that fits grammatically as it refers to hollow spaces within the body, specifically in the nasal area. It is contextually appropriate as it relates to the discussion of where bacteria-killing substances are released.
Meaning: 'Cavities' refer to hollow spaces or voids, in this case, within the nasal structure.
Wrong options:
causalities: Causalities refer to the relationship between cause and effect, which does not fit the context of anatomical structures.
localities: Localities refer to specific places or areas, which is not relevant to the discussion of nasal structures.
infirmities: Infirmities refer to physical weaknesses or ailments, which does not accurately describe the anatomical context of the sentence.

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