Heat

Definition

Heat refers to the perception of high temperature or a sensation that is experienced as warm. It can be triggered by external stimuli such as hot objects or spicy food.

Related terms

Pain:

Pain is an unpleasant sensory experience that can be caused by various factors, such as injury or inflammation.

Temperature:

Temperature refers to the measure of hotness or coldness of an object or environment.

Thermoreceptors: Thermoreceptors are specialized nerve endings in our skin and other tissues that detect changes in temperature.