Olfactory Receptor Neurons Code Different Scents Because

question 34

Multiple Choice

Olfactory receptor neurons code different scents because:

• A) each neuron responds to a specific scent.
• B) each neuron responds to all scents equally.
• C) each scent activates a unique pattern of receptor neurons.
• D) None of the answers is correct.

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