Select the correct statement about olfaction.
A) Olfactory adaptation is only due to fading of receptor cell response.
B) Olfactory receptors have a high degree of specificity toward a single type of chemical.
C) Substances must be volatile and hydrophobic in order to activate olfactory receptors.
D) Some of the sensation of olfaction is actually one of pain.

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Some substances can stimulate the trigeminal nerve, which is responsible for sensations of pain, temperature, and touch, leading to a sensation of pain rather than smell.

Select the Correct Statement About Olfaction