Mechanoreceptors Respond to

question 4

Multiple Choice

Mechanoreceptors respond to

• A) compression of receptors.
• B) irritation of nerve endings.
• C) light striking the receptors.
• D) binding of molecules to membrane receptors.
• E) a change in temperature.

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Definitions:

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