Touch Flashcards
1
Q
Sense of touch is constructed from signals received from several types of _
A
Receptor
2
Q
Touch receptors are specialized structures at the end of _
A
Sensory nerves
3
Q
Some touch receptors near surface of skin detect _
A
Very light contact
4
Q
Some touch receptors deeper and need more _ to activate
A
Stimulation
5
Q
When physical info (cold, heat, pressure, etc.) disrupts or distorts receptors, it translates info into a _
A
Nerve impulse
6
Q
Seals can use their whiskers to detect fish swimming _ ft away
A
330 (100 m)
