Potentially Damaging Stimuli That Result in Pain Are Selectively Detected

question 27

Multiple Choice

Potentially damaging stimuli that result in pain are selectively detected by .

• A) proprioceptors
• B) photoreceptors
• C) interoceptors
• D) nociceptors

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Definitions:

Spermaceti

A waxy substance found in the head cavity of the sperm whale, historically used in candles and ointments.

Potassium Hydroxide

A strong inorganic base with the formula KOH, used in various applications including as a cleaning agent, in the manufacture of biodiesel, and in the synthesis of other chemicals.

Functional Groups

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Carboxylic Acid

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