Match Each Descriptive Phrase to a Receptor Type

question 33

Multiple Choice

Match each descriptive phrase to a receptor type. Receptor types may be used more than once.
-detect motion of an organism's own body

• A)mechanoreceptors
• B)photoreceptors
• C)chemoreceptors
• D)thermoreceptors
• E)nociceptors

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Definitions:

Soil Erosion

The removal of the top layer of soil at a faster rate than it is formed, often due to water, wind, or anthropogenic activities, leading to reduced soil fertility.

Moving Water

Refers to the flow of water in rivers, streams, and creeks, which is critical for ecosystems and human use.

Salinization

The process by which water-soluble salts accumulate in the soil, often as a result of irrigation, leading to decreased agricultural productivity.

Irrigation Water

Water that is specifically delivered to crops to support their growth in times and areas where rainfall is insufficient.