In order for a molecule to be detected by olfactory neurons, what must it do?

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In order for a molecule to be detected by olfactory neurons, what must it do?

a. interact with the mechanoreceptors of olfactory hair membrane
b. enter nose slowly
c. be one of 7 primary classes of odors
d. be dissolved in fluid covering the olfactory epithelium
e. be present in high concentrations

2007-07-27 05:11:15 · 1 answers · asked by Futbol 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Chemistry

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d. be dissolved in fluid covering the olfactory epithelium

2007-07-27 05:39:32 · answer #1 · answered by ag_iitkgp 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋