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What is the process of converting a sensory stimulus into an action potential?
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Sensory transduction
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What are the the specialized endings of separate specialized cells that communicate with primary sensory neurons?
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Sensory receptors
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What is the function of sensory receptors?
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To change sensory stimulus into a chemical stimulus
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Are sensory receptors neurons?
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No, they are modified epithelial cells.
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What is chemoreception and what kind of effect can it have?
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The detection of chemical stimuli that can cause powerful behavioral and physiological responses.
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What are the chemical signals that arthropods use to attract mates?
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Pheromones
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What are the five different senses of taste?
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Sweet, salty, bitter, sour, and umami
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What does the frequency of action potentials tell us about the stimulus?
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The frequency, duration, and intensity of the stimulus.
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How do sensory receptors respond to a stimulus?
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After detecting a stimulus, sensory receptors alter ion channel function.
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Where are olfactory sensors located?
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Olfactory sensors are embedded in a layer of epithelial cells at the top of the nasal cavity.
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