Interpretation of the meaning of a stimulus.

Dendrites enclosed in connective tissue capsule for pressure, vibration, and some touch sensations.

Number of waves that pass a given point in a given time.

Large receptors respond to deep pressure and vibration when first applied (then turn off), Located in deep dermis.

Autonomic motor neuron that has its cell body in an autonomic ganglion and projects its axon to an effector.

Acetylcholine-binding receptors of the autonomic nervous system’s target organs named for activation by the mushroom poison muscarine.

Proprioceptors that monitor joint position and motion.

Sensory receptors that respond to stimuli arising in internal viscera and blood vessels.

The sensory and motor neurons that connect the central nervous system (CNS) to the rest of the body, consisting mainly of ganglia and nerves.

Brain region most involved in producing smooth, coordinated skeletal muscle activity.