Sensory Receptors That Respond When Body Temperature Is Below Normal

question 140

Multiple Choice

Sensory receptors that respond when body temperature is below normal are called

• A) warm receptors.
• B) photoreceptors.
• C) cold receptors.
• D) All receptors respond to temperatures above and below body temperature (no unique name).

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Definitions:

Collagen Fibers

Strong, fibrous proteins found in connective tissue, including skin, tendons, and ligaments, providing structural support and strength.

Extracellular Matrix

A complex network of proteins and carbohydrates surrounding cells, providing structural and biochemical support to tissues.

Gastrocnemius Muscle

A major calf muscle at the back of the lower leg, involved in walking, running, and jumping.

Polysaccharides

Complex carbohydrates composed of long chains of monosaccharide units bound together by glycosidic linkages.