Sensory Receptors Flashcards
1
Q
In cutaneous receptors, the nerve endings are protected by
A
A capsule
2
Q
What does transduction in all sensory receptors involve?
A
Opening and closing of ion channels
3
Q
What does an adequate stimulus cause/
A
A graded membrane potential change called a receptor potential or a GENERATOR POTENTIAL
4
Q
State what is meant by membrane deformation
A
The adequate stimulus is mechanoreceptors and proprioceptors
