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Structures of the Nervous System

Question 4 • CUSD Psychology (5.0)

Which of the following receptors enable balance and movement?

Answer
A
mechanoreceptors
B
chemoreceptors
C
photoreceptors
D
thermoreceptors

Explanation

Mechanoreceptors detect physical forces such as pressure and motion. In the inner ear, specialized mechanoreceptors help sense head movement and position, which supports balance and coordination of movement. Chemoreceptors detect chemicals, photoreceptors detect light, and thermoreceptors detect temperature.

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