The components in the sense organs that respond to one type of energy are ________.
A) receptor cells
B) effector cells
C) transducers
D) sensor cells

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Receptor cells are specialized cells within the sense organs that respond to specific stimuli such as light, sound, touch, and different chemicals. Therefore, A is the best choice for the components in the sense organs that respond to one type of energy. Effector cells, on the other hand, are cells that carry out the response to a stimulus and are located outside the sense organs. Transducers are devices that convert one form of energy to another, and while they can be used in the construction of sensory devices, they do not refer specifically to the cells in the sense organs. Sensor cells is not a commonly used term in the field of neuroscience and is less accurate than receptor cells.

The Components in the Sense Organs That Respond to One