receptor & stimulus Flashcards
1
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stimulus
A
any information that the body receives that causes it to respond
2
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receptor
A
a structure that detects a stimulus or change in the normal functioning of the body
3
Q
what are the five senses
A
sight, hear, smell, taste, touch
4
Q
what is the eyes receptor
A
photoreceptor - transforms light into nervous signals for the brain
5
Q
what is the ears receptor
A
cochlea - fluid that moves due to vibration
6
Q
what is the tongues receptor
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papillae - contains tastebuds enabling us to taste
7
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what is the noses receptor
A
smell receptor- stimulate olfactory ( send message through the brain)
8
Q
what is the receptor in skin
A
dermis - detects heat, cold, pressure and pain
