Sensory receptors that detect hurtful temperatures,pressure,or chemicals are called

A) vestibular sacs.
B) hair cells.
C) nociceptors.
D) olfactory cells.

Nociceptors

Sensory receptors found throughout the body that respond to potentially damaging stimuli by sending signals to the spinal cord and brain, perceived as pain.

Sensory Receptors

Specialized cells or nerve endings that respond to changes in the environment by generating electrical signals.

Hurtful Temperatures

Extreme cold or hot environmental conditions that can cause physical discomfort or harm to living organisms.