Which statement concerning pacinian corpuscles is correct?
A) They adapt rapidly as the pressure energy is dissipated.
B) They can detect temperature changes.
C) They are tonic receptors.
D) They do not display an "off-response."

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Pacinian corpuscles are rapidly adapting receptors, meaning they respond quickly to changes in pressure but quickly stop responding when pressure is maintained. They do not detect temperature changes, and do not have a tonic response. They do have an "off-response," as their responsiveness decreases when pressure is sustained.

Which Statement Concerning Pacinian Corpuscles Is Correct