Which of the following cutaneous receptors is specialized for the reception of touch or light pressure?
A)Krause's end bulbs
B)Pacinian corpuscles
C)Meissner's corpuscles
D)free nerve endings

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Meissner's corpuscles are specialized for the reception of touch or light pressure. Krause's end bulbs are specialized for detecting cold temperatures and pressure, Pacinian corpuscles detect deep pressure and vibrations, and free nerve endings detect multiple types of sensations including pain, temperature, and pressure.

Which of the Following Cutaneous Receptors Is Specialized for the Reception