Infants Are Unable to Distinguish Between Pleasant and Unpleasant Odours

question 85

True/False

Infants are unable to distinguish between pleasant and unpleasant odours until they are three months of age.

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Definitions:

Stretch Receptors

Sensory receptors that detect changes in muscle length, contributing to the sense of muscle position and movement.

Biceps Brachii

An upper arm muscle responsible for bending the elbow and twisting the forearm.

Muscle And Tendon

Components of the musculoskeletal system where muscle tissue connects to bones through tendons, facilitating movement.

Babinski Reflex

A reflex action in infants involving the toes spreading apart when the sole of the foot is stimulated, indicating neurological function.