Receptors for Pressure and Vibration That Consist of an Oval

question 13

Multiple Choice

Receptors for pressure and vibration that consist of an oval multi-layered capsule surrounding a dendrite, and that are located in the skin as well as subcutaneous and submucosal tissues, are called _____.

• A) lamellated corpuscles (pacinian corpuscles)
• B) corpuscles of touch (Meissner corpuscles)
• C) type I cutaneous mechanoreceptors (tactile discs)
• D) Type II cutaneous mechanoreceptors (Ruffini corpuscles)

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Definitions:

Working Memory

A cognitive system with a limited capacity that is responsible for temporarily holding information available for processing, crucial for reasoning and the guidance of decision-making and behavior.

Atkinson And Shiffrin

Two cognitive psychologists who, in 1968, proposed the multi-store model of memory that outlines three distinct stages: sensory memory, short-term memory, and long-term memory.

Rehearse Information

The act of practicing or mentally reviewing information repeatedly to enhance memory retention.

Sensory Memory

The shortest-term element of memory, which acts as a buffer for stimuli received through the five senses.