Which statement describes Pacinian corpuscles
A)They adapt rapidly as the pressure energy is dissipated.
B)They can detect temperature changes.
C)They are tonic receptors.
D)They do not display an "off-response."

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Pacinian corpuscles are rapidly adapting mechanoreceptors that detect pressure changes and vibration. They respond quickly to changes in pressure by generating action potentials. They do not display an "off-response" and can't detect temperature changes.

Which Statement Describes Pacinian Corpuscles