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B
Smell
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C
Temperature
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D
Touch
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Solution
The correct option is D Pressure
A. The sensation of pressure is perceived by Pacinian corpuscles (also known as Vater-pacinian corpuscles) located in the dermis which enclose nerve endings.
B. Smell is perceived by olfactory receptors present in nasal cavity.
C. Temperature is perceived by thermoreceptors.
D. The sensation of touch is perceived by Meissner's corpuscles located on the outer surface of dermis.