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What is the function of receptors in our body ? Think of situations where receptors do not work properly. What problems are likely to arise ?

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The function of receptors : To receive/collect information about changes in the environment around us in form of stimuli. This information pass to central nervous system through sensory nerves in form of impulse. If receptors do not work properly. external stimuli cannot be received and body will not respond towards it.
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