In the context of sensation and perception,the detection of pressure by sensory receptors is called
A)thermoreception.
B)chemoreception.
C)mechanoreception.
D)photoreception.

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Mechanoreception involves the detection of pressure, vibration, and movement through sensory receptors in the skin, muscles, and joints. Thermoreception is the detection of temperature, chemoreception is the detection of chemicals such as taste and smell, and photoreception is the detection of light by the eyes.

In the Context of Sensation and Perception,the Detection of Pressure