In the context of sensation and perception,specialized cells that detect stimulus information and transmit it to afferent nerves and the brain are called
A)ganglion cells.
B)sensory receptors.
C)sensory effectors.
D)barrier cells.

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Sensory receptors are specialized cells that detect stimulus information and transmit it to afferent nerves and the brain. They are responsible for transducing specific stimuli (such as light, sound, touch, or chemical signals) into neural signals that can be interpreted by the brain. Ganglion cells are a type of neuron found in the retina, while sensory effectors and barrier cells are not commonly used terms in this context.

In the Context of Sensation and Perception,specialized Cells That Detect