Sensory Receptor (Noun)
Meaning
An organ having nerve endings (in the skin or viscera or eye or ear or nose or mouth) that respond to stimulation.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The sensory receptor in the retina of the eye responds to light and color, allowing us to see the world around us.
- The sensory receptors in the nose are responsible for detecting odor molecules in the air, enabling us to smell different scents.
- The sensory receptors in the skin detect pressure, temperature, and texture, allowing us to feel the world around us.
- The sensory receptors in the inner ear are responsible for detecting sound waves, enabling us to hear music and other sounds.
- The sensory receptors on the tongue detect chemicals in food and drinks, allowing us to experience different tastes.