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Sensory receptor
A neurological structure specialised to respond to stimuli and changes in the internal or external environment of an organism. Sensory receptors consist of neuron endings and specialised cells in close contact with neurons.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Natural environment
- Category: Coral reefs
- Organization: NOAA
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