Sensory receptors are specialized for the
A) detection of physical stimuli.
B) induction of movement of a limb.
C) detection of specific chemicals released from other neurons.
D) detection of internal-but not external-stimuli.
E) All of the above are correct.

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Sensory receptors are specialized cells that detect and respond to physical stimuli such as light, sound, touch, and chemicals in the environment. They are not responsible for inducing movement or detecting specific chemicals released from other neurons. Also, they can detect both internal and external stimuli. Therefore, option A is the correct choice.

Sensory Receptors Are Specialized for the