thermoreceptor

IPA: θɝmɔrisˈɛptɝ

noun

  • (biology) A nerve cell that is sensitive to changes in temperature
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Examples of "thermoreceptor" in Sentences

  • Thermoreceptors in the skin help us detect changes in temperature
  • These specialized nerve endings allow us to feel both heat and cold
  • When the temperature drops, thermoreceptors send signals to the brain, prompting a response
  • The body relies on thermoreceptors to maintain its core temperature during extreme weather
  • Scientists study thermoreceptors to better understand how our bodies perceive thermal sensations

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