Human Anatomy Laboratory Manual With Cat Dissections (9th Edition)
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Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Lori A. Smith
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Chapter 14, Problem 5CYU
Summary Introduction
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The stimulus against which a response is produced by the encapsulated receptors.
Introduction:
Sensory receptors can be classified into two categories based on their structure: free nerve endings and encapsulated nerve endings. The latter nerve endings are comprised of one or more fibers of sensory neurons along with a capsule composed of connective tissue.
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Human Anatomy Laboratory Manual With Cat Dissections (9th Edition)
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