What are Sensory Receptors

Question

What are sensory receptors?
A) cells that create action potentials and thresholds
B) localized areas of the CNS
C) chemicals that cross a synapse between two nerve cells
D) specialized neurons for detecting the world around you

Accepted Answer

Sensory receptors are specialized neurons that detect stimuli from the external or internal environment and convert them into electrical signals (action potentials) that can be transmitted to the central nervous system for further processing and interpretation. They can be located in various parts of the body, including the skin, eyes, ears, nose, and tongue.