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Question
What is meant by receptors and effectors? Give two examples of each.
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Solution
A receptor is a cell present in the sense organs that is sensitive to specific stimuli. Example: The eyes have light receptors which can detect light and the ears have sound receptors which can detect sound.
An effector is a part of body which can respond to a stimulus according to the instructions given from the nervous system.
Example: Muscles and glands of the human body.
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