Chapter 45.2, Problem 1R

Summary Introduction

To review:

The mechanism, by which olfactory system is able to distinguish among the different odors present in the environment.

Introduction:

Any kind of smell in the environment is perceived by the olfactory receptors that are present in the nose. These olfactory receptors activate the G protein signaling pathway that helps in detection of the smell. Different odors have different receptors but they are able to activate the common pathway.