Adaptation of the Olfactory Epithelium _________

question 17

Multiple Choice

Adaptation of the olfactory epithelium _________.

• A)occurs readily in the presence of odorants
• B)rarely occurs
• C)is difficult to detect
• D)occurs only when the surrounding air is cold

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Definitions:

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Crenarchaeota

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Sulfur Bacteria

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Haemophilus Bacteria

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