Question

Jenny just kicked the corner of a piece of furniture. How does the nervous system convey to the brain that this should be a more painful experience than the feel of a soft rug on her toes? o more motor neurons activate o more sensory neurons activate o a greater action potential is generated o an individual action potential is larger

Answer 1

When Jenny kicks the corner of the furniture, the sensory neurons in her foot send signals to the brain about the intense pressure and potential tissue damage. This generates a stronger action potential, signaling to the brain that this is a more painful experience compared to the sensation of a soft rug on her toes.