Which of the following correctly describes the order of events that occur when you touch a very hot surface?
1) Action potential in sensory neuron
2) Sensory receptor absorbs energy from stimulus
3) Receptor potential produced
4) Stimulus is transduced into electrical energy
A) 1 → 3 → 4 → 2
B) 2 → 1 → 4 → 3
C) 2 → 4 → 3 → 1
D) 4 → 1 → 3 → 2
E) 3 → 1 → 4 → 2

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The correct sequence when you touch a very hot surface is: 2) Sensory receptor absorbs energy from stimulus, 4) Stimulus is transduced into electrical energy, 3) Receptor potential produced, and finally 1) Action potential in sensory neuron. This sequence describes the process of sensory transduction and signal transmission to the nervous system.

Which of the Following Correctly Describes the Order of Events