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How are the sensory receptors for hearing and touch similar in terms of their classification by modality?
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13. The Peripheral Nervous System
Sensory Receptor Classification by Modality
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Which type of sensory receptor responds to touch and pressure?
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Mechanoreceptors
B
Chemoreceptors
C
Photoreceptors
D
Thermoreceptors
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Begin by understanding the different types of sensory receptors and their functions. Sensory receptors are specialized cells that detect changes in the environment and send signals to the nervous system.
Mechanoreceptors are a type of sensory receptor that responds to mechanical stimuli such as touch, pressure, vibration, and stretch. They are found in the skin, muscles, and other tissues.
Chemoreceptors detect chemical stimuli and are involved in taste and smell. They respond to changes in the chemical composition of the environment.
Photoreceptors are specialized for detecting light and are primarily found in the retina of the eyes. They are responsible for vision.
Thermoreceptors respond to changes in temperature, allowing the body to sense heat and cold. They are located in the skin and other tissues.
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