Golgi Tendon Organs Are a Type of Cutaneous Receptor for Touch

question 18

True/False

Golgi tendon organs are a type of cutaneous receptor for touch.

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Definitions:

Bone Tissue

A hard, dense connective tissue that forms the structural elements of the skeleton, providing support, protection, and aiding in movement.

Erythropoietin

A hormone produced by the kidneys that stimulates the production of red blood cells in response to low levels of oxygen in the bloodstream.

Red Blood Cell

A type of blood cell responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

Atrial Natriuretic Peptide

A hormone produced by the heart that regulates blood pressure and fluid balance.