In the context of sensation,which of the following receptors is most activated when a person is tickled?
A)thermoreceptors
B)chemoreceptors
C)mechanoreceptors
D)photoreceptors

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Mechanoreceptors are responsible for detecting physical stimuli such as pressure, stretch, and vibration. Tickling involves the application of light, yet rapid pressure to the skin, stimulating specific mechanoreceptors called Meissner's corpuscles, which respond to light touch. Therefore, the most activated receptors during tickling are mechanoreceptors.

In the Context of Sensation,which of the Following Receptors Is