PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is receptor cell?
A
convert stimulus into energy
B
Transmit impuls to motor
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: Conversion of the energy forms of stimuli into electrical energy by the receptors is known as sensory transduction. Stimulation of nerve endings or a receptor cell by the appropriate stimulus leads to the generation of a nerve impulse.

Detailed explanation-2: -Each receptor type conveys a distinct sensory modality to integrate into a single perceptual frame eventually. This information is achieved by the conversion of energy into an electrical signal by specialized mechanisms.

Detailed explanation-3: -The conversion from sensory stimulus energy to action potential is known as transduction.

Detailed explanation-4: -Sensation is the activation of sensory receptors at the level of the stimulus. Perception is the central processing of sensory stimuli into a meaningful pattern involving awareness. Perception is dependent on sensation, but not all sensations are perceived.

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