Sense organ in which olfactory receptors are present is :
Sense organ in which olfactory receptors are present is :
Options
Official answer
Olfactory receptors are present in the nose.
Marking scheme
- 1.1 mark for identifying the Nose as the sense organ containing olfactory receptors.
Hint
Olfactory relates to the sense of smell, which is detected by the nose.
Quick oral answer
Olfactory receptors are located in the nose and are responsible for detecting smell.
Common mistakes
- 1.Confusing olfactory (smell) with gustatory (taste) receptors.
Analysis and explanation
According to the NCERT text, specialized receptors located in our sense organs detect information from the environment. Olfactory receptors are specialized to detect smell and are located in the nose. Gustatory receptors detect taste and are located on the tongue. Therefore, Option A is correct. Option B (skin) contains receptors for touch and temperature. Option C (tongue) contains gustatory receptors. Option D (inner ear) contains auditory and balance receptors.
Interesting facts
When you have a common cold, your nose is blocked, which is why you cannot fully appreciate the smell and taste of food, as taste and smell work together.
Question details
Q8 of 39 questions
- Board
- CBSE
- Class
- Class 10
- Subject
- Science
- Year
- 2024
- Section
- Section A
- Marks
- 1
- Type
- MCQ
- Chapter
- Control and Coordination
- Topic
- Receptors in Sense Organs
- Bloom's level
- Remembering
- Syllabus topic
- Nervous system
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Frequently asked questions
How many marks does this question carry in CBSE Class 10 Science 2024?
This question carries 1 mark in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2024 examination.
Which chapter does this question come from in Science?
This question is from the chapter "Control and Coordination" in the CBSE Class 10 Science syllabus.
What topic does this question cover in Science?
This question covers the topic "Receptors in Sense Organs" from CBSE Class 10 Science.
What type of question is this in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2024 paper?
This is a MCQ question from Section A in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2024 paper.