Asked by Miles Thomas on May 14, 2024
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Olfactory adaptation occurs when odorant receptors become ________.
A) saturated
B) destroyed
Olfactory Adaptation
The temporary, normal decline in the sensitivity of the olfactory system after exposure to an odor.
Odorant Receptors
Specific proteins located on the olfactory neurons in the nose, responsible for detecting airborne molecules and initiating the perception of smell.
- Describe the process of olfactory adaptation.
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Halie CarrierMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Olfactory adaptation occurs when odorant receptors become saturated with molecules of the odorant, leading to a temporary decrease in the sensitivity to that specific smell.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the process of olfactory adaptation.