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In the process of hearing, the bending of which structures leads to the nerve signals that are interpreted as sound?
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13. The Peripheral Nervous System
Introduction to Sensory Receptors
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Which of these mechanoreceptors detect deep vibration?
A
Pacinian corpuscles
B
Merkel cells
C
Ruffini endings
D
Meissner's corpuscles
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Understand the function of each mechanoreceptor: Pacinian corpuscles, Merkel cells, Ruffini endings, and Meissner's corpuscles.
Pacinian corpuscles are known for detecting deep pressure and vibration. They are located deep in the dermis and subcutaneous tissue.
Merkel cells are responsible for detecting light touch and texture, not deep vibration.
Ruffini endings detect skin stretch and are involved in the perception of the position of the fingers, not vibration.
Meissner's corpuscles are sensitive to light touch and changes in texture, not deep vibration.
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