Your Text States That "Continuous Binding of Certain Odorants

question 355

Multiple Choice

Your text states that "continuous binding of certain odorants ...will result in the fatigue of the olfactory receptor neurons to which they bind." This passage should remind you of the concept of

• A) tolerance.
• B) adaptation.
• C) habituation.
• D) desensitization.

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Definitions:

Lump Amount

A single large sum payment or investment, as opposed to smaller, regular payments or investments.

Retirement

The period in life when one chooses to permanently leave the workforce behind, usually upon reaching a certain age or financial standing.

Compounded Semi-Annually

A method where interest is calculated and added to the principal at six-month intervals, resulting in interest on interest.

Annuity

A series of equal payments at regular intervals.