Which of the Following Statements Is Not True of the Olfactory

question 135

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is not true of the olfactory receptors?

• A) They are chemoreceptors.
• B) They are located in an area that is easily stimulated.
• C) The sense of smell in humans is less keen than in many other animals.
• D) All of the above statements are true.

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Definitions:

Preganglionic Axons

Nerve fibers originating from the central nervous system that extend to a ganglion, transmitting impulses to postganglionic neurons.

Autonomic Nervous System

Nervous system composed of nerve fibers that send impulses from the central nervous system to smooth muscle, cardiac muscle, and glands.

Enteric Nervous System

A subdivision of the peripheral nervous system that directly controls the gastrointestinal system.

Digestive Tract

The passage leading from the mouth to the anus through which food passes as it is digested.