Senses

Front

What are the five senses?

Back

Sight, Hearing, Smell, Taste, Touch.

Front

What is the function of chemoreceptors?

Back

Chemoreceptors detect chemical stimuli, such as odors and tastes.

Front

What is the role of mechanoreceptors?

Back

Mechanoreceptors respond to mechanical pressure or distortion, such as touch and sound.

Front

Define olfaction.

Back

Olfaction is the sense of smell.

Front

What is the thalamus's role in sensory processing?

Back

The thalamus acts as a relay station, directing sensory impulses to the appropriate part of the cerebrum.

Front

What type of receptor detects temperature changes?

Back

Thermoreceptors.

Front

What is the difference between a stimulus and a response?

Back

A stimulus is an external factor that triggers a sensory response, while a response is the reaction of the body to that stimulus.

Front

What is the function of photoreceptors?

Back

Photoreceptors detect light and are essential for vision.

Front

How do sensory neurons transmit signals to the brain?

Back

Sensory neurons transmit signals through electrical impulses along their axons to the central nervous system.

Front

What is the role of the cerebrum in sensory perception?

Back

The cerebrum processes sensory information and is responsible for interpreting and responding to stimuli.