sensation and perception - touch

Question 1

what is the stimuli for touch?

Answer 1

mechanical, thermal, and chemical energy that affect the skin.

Question 2

what is the receptor?

Answer 2

• receptor is embedded in the skin for pressure
• receptor are nerve endings for any other function. (temperature or pain)

Question 3

what is the pathway for touch to be received by the brain?

Answer 3

1. receptor
2. spinal column
3. brainstem
4. other side of the brain
5. thalamus
6. somatosensory cortex

Question 4

what is the somatosensory complex?

Answer 4

• part of the brain that processes information from the body about touch, pressure, pain, temperature, and body position.
• It’s like a map that helps you feel and understand sensations from different parts of your body.

Question 5

what is the system called that describes touch

Answer 5

the tactile system