The conversion of a sensory input to a change in membrane potential in the receptor is known as
A)a labeled line.
B)perception.
C)an action potential.
D)transduction.
E)stimulation.

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Transduction is the process of converting a sensory input (such as light, sound, or touch) into a change in membrane potential in a sensory receptor. This change in membrane potential is then transmitted to the central nervous system as an electrical signal, ultimately leading to perception.

The Conversion of a Sensory Input to a Change in Membrane