The somatic senses include four of the following sensations.Which one is the exception?

A) Balance
B) Pain near the body surface
C) Temperature
D) Touch
E) Pressure

Question

The somatic senses include four of the following sensations.Which one is the exception?
 
A) Balance
B) Pain near the body surface
C) Temperature
D) Touch
E) Pressure

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Balance is not a somatic sensation; it is related to the vestibular system, which is part of the inner ear and is responsible for maintaining body balance and spatial orientation. Somatic senses, on the other hand, include sensations like pain, temperature, touch, and pressure, which are related to the body's surface and musculoskeletal system.

The Somatic Senses Include Four of the Following Sensations