electroreceptor

[US]/ˌɛlɛktrəʊrɪˈsɛptə/
[UK]/ˌɛlɛktrəʊrɪˈsɛptər/

Translation

n.a sensory receptor that responds to electrical stimuli
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

electroreceptor function

electroreceptor cells

electroreceptor organs

electroreceptor sensitivity

electroreceptor activity

electroreceptor types

electroreceptor detection

electroreceptor response

electroreceptor species

electroreceptor evolution

Example Sentences

fish use electroreceptors to detect electric fields in the water.

electroreceptors are crucial for navigation in certain species.

some amphibians possess electroreceptors to sense their environment.

electroreceptors can help animals find prey hidden in the mud.

researchers study electroreceptors to understand animal behavior.

electroreceptors allow certain fish to detect weak electrical signals.

sharks are known for their advanced electroreceptors.

electroreceptors play a vital role in the survival of some species.

understanding electroreceptors can lead to new technological advancements.

some animals have adapted their electroreceptors for different environments.

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