What Do Cutaneous Senses Detect

question 125

Multiple Choice

What do cutaneous senses detect?

• A) odors and tastes
• B) pressure, warmth, cold, pain, and other stimuli on the skin
• C) the position and acceleration of the head
• D) sounds

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Definitions:

Excitatory

Referring to signals or substances that increase the likelihood of a neuron firing an action potential.

Inhibitory

Referring to processes that decrease the likelihood of a neuron firing or an action being taken, often used in the context of neural pathways.

Soldier

A member of an army, especially one who serves in the ranks and is trained to fight in combat situations.

Pain

An unpleasant sensory and emotional experience typically caused by or resembling that caused by actual or potential tissue damage.