Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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To determine: The ions and their directions that flow through stretch-sensitive ion channels.

Introduction: Baroreceptors are a type of mechanoreceptors that are present in the arteries. These receptors are sensitive to stretch, and they maintain the blood pressure. There are two types of baroreceptors. These are carotid baroreceptors and aortic baroreceptors. The role of carotid baroreceptors is to control the flow of blood to the brain. However, the aortic baroreceptors maintain the rate of blood flow to all the other parts of the body.

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