What is the location of the sensory receptors associated with the sense of smell?

A) roof of the nasal cavity
B) tongue
C) back of the pharynx
D) inferior portion of the nasal cavity
E) frontal lobe of the cerebral hemisphere

Olfactory Cortex

A region of the brain involved in the processing of smell information received from the olfactory receptors.

Sensory Receptors

Specialized cells or nerve endings that respond to changes in the environment and send signals to the central nervous system.

Nasal Cavity

The large air-filled space behind the nose that filters, warms, and humidifies inhaled air.