When Neurons Called Nociceptors in the Skin Are Stimulated, the Result

question 173

Multiple Choice

When neurons called nociceptors in the skin are stimulated, the result is

• A)pain
• B)pleasure
• C)heat
• D)all of these

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Definitions:

Neuroglial Cells

Supportive cells in the nervous system that provide protection, support, and nutrition to neurons.

Neurons

Specialized cells transmitting nerve impulses; they are the fundamental units of the brain and nervous system.

Nerve Impulses

Electrical signals that travel along nerve fibers, used for communication between different parts of the body.

Inorganic Salts

Chemical compounds that do not contain carbon-hydrogen bonds, often crucial for various biological functions and industrial applications.