Sensory - Smell Flashcards

1
Q

olfactory mucosa
Receptors…
Location..
Highly…

A

receptors form patch of epithelium
in roof of nasal cavity
highly sensitive

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2
Q

olfactory cells

A

neurons (only ones exposed to external environment)
60 day life span
replaceable
basal differentiate

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3
Q

7 classes of odour

A
campphoraceous
musky
floral
pepperminty
ethereal
pungent
putrid
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