Question

unit 4 - challenge 4.3: the somatic nervo
which type of receptor interprets stimuli, such as an objects taste or smell?
a.) interoceptor
b.) free nerve endings
c.) exteroceptor
d.) chemoreceptor
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Explanation:

• Interoceptors detect internal stimuli like blood pressure.
• Free nerve endings sense pain and temperature.
• Exteroceptors respond to external stimuli like touch.
• Chemoreceptors specifically detect chemical stimuli such as taste (from chemicals in food) and smell (from airborne chemicals).

Answer:

d. Chemoreceptor