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Sensory receptors

Authored by AL SMITH

Science

8th Grade

NGSS covered

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Sensory receptors
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The sense of taste detects ________________ stimuli.

chemical
mechanical
electromagnetic
thermal

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2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The sense of smell detects ________________ stimuli.

chemical
thermal
mechanical
electromagnetic

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The sense of hearing detects ________________ stimuli.

electromagnetic
thermal
mechanical
chemical

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The sense of touch detects ________________ stimuli.

electromagnetic
chemical
mechanical
pH

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5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The sense of sight detects ________________ stimuli.

electromagnetic
chemical
mechanical
temperature

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which properties of nerve cells are most important for their ability to carry out their task in helping animals deal with sensory input?

Nerve cells are sometimes packed closely together and sometimes widely spaced.
Nerve cells can carry signals and connect all parts of the body to the brain.
Nerve cells can be damaged by a serious injury or by disease.
Nerve cells grow and reproduce like other cells of the body.

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7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main function of the nervous system?

Responsible for control of the body and communication among body parts
Responsible for production of offspring
Helps to rid the body of toxins, water, and other unwanted materials and transports lymph, a fluid containing infection-fighting white blood cells, throughout the body
Provides oxygen to the body's cells, while moving carbon dioxide

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