Sensory Receptors

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Description

Sensory Receptors are a group of (diversely located and structured) Receptors that detect and convert the mechanical energy of physical stimuli associated with the various Senses into the biological energy of a Nerve Impulse.  These Nerve Impulses are transmitted to the Central Nervous System via Sensory Nerves.

 

These Substances may Enhance the Function of Sensory Receptors

Vitamins

 All Sensory Receptors contain relatively high concentrations of Vitamin A and are functionally dependent upon Vitamin A.

 

Types of Sensory Receptors

 Motion Receptors

 Nociceptors

 Olfactory Receptors

 Osmoreceptors

 Taste Buds

 Temperature Receptors

 Touch Receptors

 

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