Which sensory cells in the nasal cavity are involved in detecting chemical stimuli related to smell?
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Correct answer: Olfactory receptor neurons
Olfactory receptor neurons detect odor molecules and transmit signals to the olfactory bulb. They are specialized bipolar neurons located in the olfactory epithelium.
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