Which specialized cells act as sensory receptors for smell in the nasal cavity?
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: Olfactory receptor neurons
Olfactory receptor neurons are specialized bipolar neurons that detect odor molecules. Their axons pass through the cribriform plate to connect with the olfactory bulb.
Keep practicing
More Nasal Cavity Histology questions
- Which supporting cells are found in the olfactory epithelium?
- Which cells in the olfactory epithelium serve as stem cells and regenerate sensory neurons?
- Which glands in the olfactory region produce serous secretions that dissolve odor molecules?
- Which structure forms the anterior part of the nasal cavity and contains hair follicles?
- What is the main function of vibrissae in the nasal vestibule?
- Which connective tissue layer lies directly beneath the nasal epithelium?