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Nociceptor
A nociceptor is a sensory receptor that responds only after a high level of stimuli or a level enough to hurt the individual. When they are activated they can generate a reflex and pain.
Location
Nociceptors are dendrites at the end of neurons.
Functions
Nociceptors respond to intense mechanical deformation, excessive heat, and many chemicals.
See also
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