superficial neuromast
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canal neuromast — sense organs found in lateral line canals in the dermis. See also superficial or free neuromasts, large pit organs and small pit organs … Dictionary of ichthyology
free neuromast — sense organs found in the epidermis. See also canal neuromasts and small pit organs. Also called superficial neuromasts and large pit organs … Dictionary of ichthyology
large pit organ — free or superficial neuromast (sense organs found in the epidermis. See also canal neuromasts, and small pit organs) … Dictionary of ichthyology
mechanoreception — See mechanoreceptor. * * * Ability to detect and respond to mechanical stimuli in one s environment. A slight deformation of a mechanoreceptive neuron causes an electric charge at its surface, activating a response. Mechanoreceptors in pain spots … Universalium
