A general term for any sensory nerve cell (one that converts stimuli into nerve impulses). The term is also used to refer to structures on the surface of a cell that allow chemicals to bind with the cell.
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Receptor |
A general term for any sensory nerve cell (one that converts stimuli into nerve impulses). The term is also used to refer to structures on the surface of a cell that allow chemicals to bind with the cell. |
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