Sensory receptors are specific to one type of stimulus to prevent overstimulation. They also act as transducers, converting stimuli into nerve impulses, and have nerve endings to transmit signals to the central nervous system.
Sensory receptors are specific to one type of stimulus to prevent overstimulation. They also act as transducers, converting stimuli into nerve impulses, and have nerve endings to transmit signals to the central nervous system.
Front | State 2 characteristics of sensory receptors and for each explain why they are important. |
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Back | Characteristics of sensory receptors:
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