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Sensory receptors

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
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Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Sensory receptors are specialized cells in our sensory organs that detect and respond to specific types of stimuli, such as light, sound, or pressure.

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