Which example fits? "A sensation is ________ , and projection of a sensation is ________."

A. a Pacinian corpuscle being stimulated to generate an action potential upon stretch stimulation; the transmission of that impulse into the brain
B. a change in membrane permeability of a receptor; transmission of an impulse into a sensory area of the brain
C. nociceptors sending pain signals about tissue damage from a bee sting on your finger; the brain recognizing that the pain is from your finger
D. the sweet taste of ice cream on your tongue; the right side of the brain projecting the sweet taste to the left side, or vice versa


Answer: C

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