Sensory - Smell Flashcards
1
Q
olfactory mucosa
Receptors…
Location..
Highly…
A
receptors form patch of epithelium
in roof of nasal cavity
highly sensitive
2
Q
olfactory cells
A
neurons (only ones exposed to external environment)
60 day life span
replaceable
basal differentiate
3
Q
7 classes of odour
A
campphoraceous musky floral pepperminty ethereal pungent putrid