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ZOO 101 ZOO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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SENSORY neurons detect and send messages about which stimuli to the brain?
Options
A Blood pressure and pH only
B Light, sound, odor, taste, pressure, and heat
Correct Answer
C Hormonal changes in the bloodstream
D Motor commands from the cerebellum
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Sensory neurons detect light, sound, odor, taste, pressure, and heat and send messages about those stimuli to the brain. They are afferent neurons that carry information from sensory receptors to the CNS.

Hint

These neurons carry information about the external and internal environment to the CNS.

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