The sense of smell is classified as:

a. a proprioceptor
b. a chemoreceptor
c. a mechanoreceptor
d. none of the above


b. a chemoreceptor

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Which cell type isĀ notĀ found in the epidermis?

A. Tactile cell B. Melanocyte C. Dendritic cell D. Adipocyte E. Keratinocyte

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In these views of the trachea, what type of tissue does number 4 indicate?

A. Mucous connective tissue B. Fibrocartilage C. Pseudostratified ciliated columnar epithelium D. Ciliated simple columnar epithelium E. Keratinized stratified squamous epithelium

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Which of the following structures normally controls the amount of light entering the eye?

a. ciliary muscle. b. suspensory ligaments. c. iris. d. cornea. e. lens.

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