Neuroepithelium (Noun)
Meaning
Epithelium associated with special sense organs and containing sensory nerve endings.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The olfactory neuroepithelium in the nasal cavity is responsible for detecting odor molecules in the air.
- The neuroepithelium in the inner ear is composed of hair cells that convert sound vibrations into electrical signals.
- The neuroepithelium in the retina of the eye contains photoreceptors that detect light and transmit visual information to the brain.
- The taste buds on the tongue are composed of neuroepithelium that contains sensory nerve endings that detect different flavors.
- The neuroepithelium in the skin is responsible for detecting sensations such as touch, pressure, and vibration.