Regarding skin mapping, which of the following statements is TRUE?
A)Skin mapping of sensitivity is done by using an fMRI scan.
B)Skin mapping shows that different skin receptors are found in varying concentrations, which reflect the sensitivity of the body areas.
C)Skin mapping shows that pain receptors do not vary in concentration but are uniform for all parts of the body.
D)According to skin mapping, the forearm and thigh are more sensitive than the face and hands.

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Skin mapping reveals that various skin receptors, responsible for sensations like touch, temperature, and pain, are distributed in different concentrations across the body. This distribution correlates with the sensitivity of different body areas, explaining why some parts of the body are more sensitive to touch or temperature changes than others.

Regarding Skin Mapping, Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE