PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What type of neuron would tell your body there’s a red light?
A
somatic sensory
B
visceral sensory
C
somatic motor
D
visceral motor
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The cells in the retina that respond to light stimuli are an example of a specialized receptor cell, a photoreceptor.

Detailed explanation-2: -Photoreceptors react to light, including the receptors in the retinas of the eyes. Thermoreceptors respond to temperature changes. The three classifications of sensory receptors are based on their location. Enteroceptors respond to stimuli from outside the body and are usually near or upon the body surface.

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