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Name the five receptors |
RECEPTORS Chemo Pain Thermo Mechano Photo |
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What are the functions of the receptors? |
CHEMO-are your smell receptors PAIN- tissue damage THERMO- changes in temp. MECHANO- changes in pressure or movement PHOTO- light |
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How does a sensation arise? |
A sensation occurs when the sensory receptors reach threshold and the resulting action potentials cause the brain to be aware of stimulation. |
