Which of the following is a skin receptor for light touch, movement, and vibration?

A) free nerve endings
B) lamellated corpuscles
C) Pacinian corpuscles
D) tactile


D
Explanation:
A) Free nerve endings are not the skin receptors for touch.
B) Lamellated corpuscles detect deep pressure.
C) Pacinian corpuscles are the same as lamellated corpuscles.

Exercise 11: Post-Lab Questions

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