GENERAL_SENSES

Sensory Receptors

Sensory Receptors

Specialized cells or cell processes that monitor specific conditions in the body or external environment.

Neurons

Cells that generate and transmit electrical signals in the nervous system.

Afferent Division

Part of the nervous system that carries sensory information towards the central nervous system.

Efferent Division

Part of the nervous system that carries motor commands away from the central nervous system.

Action Potential

Electrical signal generated by neurons in response to a stimulus.

Perception

Conscious awareness of a sensation.

Nociceptors

Pain receptors that respond to temperature extremes, mechanical damage, or chemicals.

Thermoreceptors

Receptors that respond to temperature changes.

Proprioceptors

Receptors that monitor the position of joints and skeletal muscles.

General Senses

Receptors scattered throughout the body with a simple structure, part of the peripheral nervous system, gather information about surroundings to maintain homeostasis.