Why is receptor specificity important in control and coordination?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Because the correct response starts only after correct detection of a stimulus
Receptor specificity means that a particular receptor is adapted to detect a particular type of stimulus, such as light, sound, heat, or chemicals. Detection is the first step in coordination; the nervous system or another control system can produce an appropriate response only after the correct stimulus has been identified. Option A expresses this sequence. Options B, C, and D incorrectly describe receptor function or location.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Because the correct response starts only after correct detection of a stimulus
Why is this the correct answer?
Receptor specificity means that a particular receptor is adapted to detect a particular type of stimulus, such as light, sound, heat, or chemicals. Detection is the first step in coordination; the nervous system or another control system can produce an appropriate response only after the correct stimulus has been identified. Option A expresses this sequence. Options B, C, and D incorrectly describe receptor function or location.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 10 Science question. Chapter: World of Living. Topic: Control and Coordination.
