Question

certain nerve receptors are found in the skin. which receptors are found here?
select all that apply
a chemoreceptors
b nociceptors
c mechanoreceptors
d thermoreceptors

Explanation:

• Nociceptors: Detect pain stimuli in the skin.
• Mechanoreceptors: Respond to mechanical forces like touch, pressure.
• Thermoreceptors: Sense temperature changes in the skin.
• Chemoreceptors mainly detect chemical changes (e.g., in blood, nasal cavity for smell, oral cavity for taste) rather than being primary in the skin for general skin - related sensations.

Answer:

B. nociceptors, C. mechanoreceptors, D. thermoreceptors