chemoreception

(noun)

$$A physiological response to chemical stimuli.

Related Terms

Examples of chemoreception in the following topics:

  • Tastes and Odors

    • This chemoreception in regards to taste, occurs via the presence of specialized taste receptors within the mouth that are referred to as taste cells and are bundled together to form taste buds.

  • Gustation: Taste Buds and Taste

    • Gustation, along with olfaction (the sense of smell), is classified as chemoreception because it functions by reacting with molecular chemical compounds in a given substance.

  • Olfaction: The Nasal Cavity and Smell

    • Perceiving complex flavors requires recognizing taste and smell sensations at the same time, an interaction known as chemoreceptive sensory interaction.

  • Overview of Sensation