Our Sense of Smell Shows Evidence of Sensory Adaptation

question 147

Multiple Choice

Our sense of smell shows evidence of sensory adaptation. The perceived strength of an odor usually ​

• A)fades to less than half its original strength within about four minutes.
• B)increases to more than twice its original strength within about four minutes.
• C)fades to less than half its original strength within a few seconds.
• D)slowly increases over time, reaching a maximum in about 15 minutes.

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Definitions:

Deerskins

The hides of deer, which have been used historically and in contemporary times for clothing, accessories, and other products due to their durability and texture.

Slaves

Individuals forced into servitude against their will, often without compensation, considered property under the laws of their societies.

Fleeing Slavery

The act of escaping from the condition of being legally owned by someone else and forced to work for them, often observed in historical contexts such as the antebellum United States.