Sensory Adaptation Can Be Experienced When an Olfactory Receptor Experiences

Question

Sensory adaptation can be experienced when an olfactory receptor experiences
A)an increasing level of stimulation.
B)a constant level of stimulation.
C)a decreasing level of stimulation.
D)no stimulation.

Accepted Answer

Sensory adaptation occurs when a receptor is exposed to a constant level of stimulation for an extended period of time. In the case of an olfactory receptor, this would mean being exposed to a constant smell.