Sense of smell
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olfactory epithelial cells
small area at the the top/back of the nose over 10,000 olfactory nuerons
cilia
small hair-like structures far back in the nasal cavity that sweep back and forth
odor molecules
tiny bits of chemicals floating in the air.
7 primary odors
camphor, pungent, putrid, floral, pepperminty, musky, etnereal
feedback loop
inhibits transmission of action potential result in decreased sensitivity to odors (prolonged exsposure)