MATCHING
Match the receptor below to its function.
-Generates action potentials in afferent neuron by opening messenger-gated channels.
A)tonic receptor
B)phasic receptor
C)specialized receptor ending of afferent neuron
D)separate cell serving as a receptor

Question

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The specialized receptor ending of afferent neuron generates action potentials in the afferent neuron by opening messenger-gated channels. This type of receptor is also known as a sensory receptor or sensory ending.

Answer: D
 A separate cell serving as a receptor also generates action potentials, but unlike the sensory receptor ending of an afferent neuron, it is not directly connected to one. This type of receptor is known as a separate receptor cell or receptor organ.

A) Tonic receptor and B) Phasic receptor are not specific enough to match to a single function as they can refer to multiple types of receptors with different functions.

MATCHING Match the Receptor Below to Its Function