Key takeaway
Matching stimulus to receptor
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Test yourself first: 3 questions
Question 1 of 3
The sense of smell is associated with the:
Answer: B. Receptors in the nose detect airborne molecules, producing the sense of smell (olfaction).
Question 2 of 3
Which organ is the main organ for the sense of touch?
Answer: B. The skin contains receptors that detect touch, pressure, and temperature.
Question 3 of 3
Sensory neurons carry signals ____ the brain and spinal cord.
Answer: B. Sensory (afferent) neurons carry information toward the central nervous system.
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