Nociceptors respond toa. changes in temperature at the site of the receptor.b. compression, bending, or stretching of cells.c. painful mechanical, chemical, or thermal stimuli.d. light striking a receptor cell
Nociceptors respond to
a. changes in temperature at the site of the receptor.
b. compression, bending, or stretching of cells.
c. painful mechanical, chemical, or thermal stimuli.
d. light striking a receptor cell
We can say that Nociceptors are the sensory neurons and are located in the deep structures of the body. The signals produced by these receptors in deep body tissues are biologically as well as clinically important.
The correct answer is option (c) painful mechanical, chemical, or thermal stimuli.
Explanation
Option (c) painful mechanical, chemical, or thermal stimuli. Nociceptors are the neurons that sense the pain and respond to potentially damaging stimuli. These neurons respond to stimuli by transferring threat signals to the spinal cord and brain. So, the correct answer is an option (c).
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