Olfactory Cues Sensory cue



the process of smelling begins when chemical molecules enter nose , reach olfactory mucosa, dime-sized region located in nasal cavity contains olfactory receptor neurons. there 350 types of olfactory receptors, each sensitive narrow range of odorants. these neurons send signals glomeruli within olfactory bulb. each glomerulus collects information specific olfactory receptor neuron. olfactory signal conducted piriform cortex , amygdala, , orbitalfrontal cortex, higher level processing of odor occurs.


olfactory memory

olfactory memory recollection of given smell. research has found odor memory highly persistent , has high resistance interference, meaning these memories remain within individual long times despite possible interference of other olfactory memories. these memories explicit, though implicit forms of odor memory provide understanding of memory. mammalian olfactory cues play important role in coordination of mother infant bond, , following normal development of offspring.


olfactory memory important maternal behavior. studies have shown fetus becomes familiar olfactory cues in within uterus. demonstrated research suggests newborns respond positively smell of own amniotic fluid, meaning fetuses learn these cues in womb.








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