________ are the largest sensory organs of the skin.

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Pacinian corpuscles are the largest sensory organs of the skin, measuring up to 1 mm in length. They are responsible for detecting deep pressure and vibration. Ruffini corpuscles and Meissner's corpuscles are also sensory receptors in the skin, but they are smaller and detect different types of stimuli (skin stretch and light touch, respectively). Free nerve endings and Dieter's cells are also sensory receptors, but they are much smaller and less specialized than the encapsulated receptors like Pacinian corpuscles.

________ Are the Largest Sensory Organs of the Skin