Yesenia, Justin, and Angel are studying for their biology exam. Yesenia asks Justin a question: ‘What is the relationship between nociceptors and pain perception?’
A. Nociceptors are like the body’s thermostat, regulating body temperature
B. Nociceptors are like a volume knob, dampening the sensation of pain
C. Nociceptors are like an amplifier, increasing the sensation of pain
D. Nociceptors are like a messenger, transmitting signals to the brain
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Laura accidentally touched a hot pan on the stove. What process did her body use to convert the painful stimulus into an electrical signal?
A. The process of transduction
B. The transmission of pain signals to the spinal cord
C. The amplification of pain signals by nociceptors
D. The regulation of pain signals by the brain