Question

The stomach pain impulses are received by receptors known as

• A. Proprioreceptors
• B. Exteroreceptors
• C. Visceral receptors
• D. Chemoreceptors

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Visceral receptors

a) Proprioceptors are the mechanoceptors which are activated by changes in pressure or movement and are involved in maintaining muscle tone, body equilibrium and posture.

b) Exteroreceptors are the one that is activated by stimulus from external environments. This includes photoreceptors of eye and mechanoreceptors of inner ear. Stomach pain is an internal stimulus.

c) Receptors which are present in internal organs and are activated by internal stimuli are known as visceral receptors.

d) Chemoceptors are the specialized receptors for taste and smell which are activated by changes in the chemical concentration of the substances.