The ability of receptors to adapt to long-term stimulation by responding to changes in stimulation levels rather than absolute values of stimulation is called
A)dual-specificity.
B)intrasteric sensitivity.
C)autoinhibition.
D)desensitization.
E)switch regional detection.

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The ability of receptors to adapt to long-term stimulation by responding to changes in stimulation levels rather than absolute values of stimulation is called desensitization. This is a common phenomenon in the nervous system and can prevent overstimulation and damage to cells.

The Ability of Receptors to Adapt to Long-Term Stimulation by Responding