specialized receptors found in the head (eyes, ear, and mouth)

feeling that occurs when a brain interprets a sensory nerve impulse

the brain causes a feeling to stem from a source

sensory receptors stop sending signals when they are repeatedly stimulated

dendrites embedded in tissue as receivers, respond to pain and temperature

embedded in connective tissue to increase sensitivity (pressure and touch)

receptors in the retina of the eye

located near external environment

interprets stimuli from internal organs

located near moving body parts, interprets position

senses chemicals, mostly found in nose/mouth

senses temperature changes

senses changes in pressure, vibration and body position

pain receptor

occurs in heart, lungs and intestines

feels as though it is coming from a different part

originates from skin, usually stops when stimulus stops

dull aching sensation