Question detail
Which of the following statements about receptors is true?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Homeostasis
Question
- A. Receptors are only found in the brain.
- B. Receptors can be cells or organs.
- C. Receptors do not respond to external changes.
- D. Receptors are the same as effectors.
Answer
Receptors can be cells or organs.
Explanation
Receptors can be specialized cells or organs that detect stimuli, playing a crucial role in the homeostatic process.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding the Role of Receptors
Students often confuse receptors with effectors, thinking that receptors are responsible for bringing about responses rather than detecting stimuli.
To fix this, students should focus on the definition of receptors as cells or organs that detect stimuli and clarify that effectors are the structures that respond to restore optimum levels.
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