A Receptor That Contains Many Mechanically-Gated Ion Channels Would Function

Question

A receptor that contains many mechanically-gated ion channels would function best as a
A) tactile receptor.
B) chemoreceptor.
C) photoceptor.
D) thermoreceptor.
E) light receptor.

Accepted Answer

Mechanically-gated ion channels open in response to physical deformation of the cell membrane. Tactile receptors are specialized sensory receptors that respond to touch, pressure, and vibration. Therefore, a receptor that contains many mechanically-gated ion channels would function best as a tactile receptor.