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The function of a nociceptor is to detect
 
  A) noxious stimuli.
  B) cold.
  C) heat.
  D) salt in a food.
  E) the bitterness of a fluid.

Question 2

Damage to ________ receptors would be expected to impair ________.
 
  A) TRPV1; the sensation of cold
  B) TRPM8; the sensation of cool produced by menthol
  C) TRPV1; pain associated with mechanical stimulation
  D) TRPV4; pain produced by ischemia
  E) TRPV2; the pain induced by chili peppers


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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B
Rationale: Damage to T RPM8receptors would be expected to impair the sensation of cool produced by menthol.


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Reply #2 on: Jun 22, 2018
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