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    GlossaryCutaneous Receptors (Skin Receptors)

    specialized nerve endings in the skin detecting touch and pain

    Cutaneous receptors, also known as skin receptors or cutaneous sensory receptors, are specialized nerve endings located in the skin that detect various types of stimuli such as touch, pressure, temperature, and pain. These receptors play a crucial role in the sensory system by transmitting information from the skin to the brain, allowing us to perceive and respond to our environment.

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