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Receptors

Receptors. http://www.bio.miami.edu/~cmallery/150/neuro/c7.49.3.skin.jpg. Two Point Threshold. Use calipers. Vary the distance of the prongs randomly. The two point threshold is the point at which the individual feels two pressure points.

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Receptors

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  1. Receptors http://www.bio.miami.edu/~cmallery/150/neuro/c7.49.3.skin.jpg

  2. Two Point Threshold • Use calipers. • Vary the distance of the prongs randomly. • The two point threshold is the point at which the individual feels two pressure points. • Test the palm, back of the hand, arm on both sides, forehead, other

  3. Taste Receptors

  4. Create a Tongue Map • Using the samples provided (lemon juice, sugar water, salt water, tonic water, reduced salt soy sauce) and a q tip, create a map of taste sensations on your tongue. • Try varying the order and location to avoid bias.

  5. Smell Receptors • .

  6. Sensation of Smell

  7. Smell and Taste http://www.merck.com/media/mmhe2/figures/MMHE_19_221_03_eps.gif

  8. Smell and Taste Test • Plug your nose and close your eyes. • Have your partner give you a sample. • Taste to the best of your ablility and describe the flavor. • Unplug your nose and describe differences.

  9. The nose that feels, smells and tastes. http://hubpages.com/hub/Weird-Star-Nosed-Mole

  10. Document all of the tests conducted today and turn in your results when complete.

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