Asked by Alexis Becton on Jul 27, 2024
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The diagram illustrates sensory receptors in the skin. What structure does "D" represent?
A) Meissner corpuscles
B) Free nerve endings
C) Ruffini end organ
D) Pacinian corpuscle
E) Merkel disks
Sensory Receptors
Specialized cells or structures that detect external or internal environment stimuli and convert them into electrical impulses.
Pacinian Corpuscle
A type of nerve ending in the skin that detects pressure and vibration.
Free Nerve Endings
Sensory nerve fibers that extend into the tissues and open on the surface or just below, responsible for sensing pain, temperature, and touch.
- Elucidate the functions served by sensory receptors within the skin.
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Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the functions served by sensory receptors within the skin.