The 5 Human senses ^

Hearing lets us perceive sound.

The ear has three parts and is responsible for hearing.

Sound waves are converted to nerve impulses and sent to the brain.

Sight lets us see the world through light and color.

The eye and brain work together for vision.

Specialized cells called cones allow us to distinguish between different colors.

Touch allows us to feel pressure, temperature, pain, and other physical sensations.

Sensory receptors for touch are located throughout the body, including in the skin and internal organs.

Touch plays a crucial role in our sense of spatial awareness and our ability to interact with the world around us.

Taste allows us to perceive different flavors.

Taste receptors are located on the tongue and in the mouth.

There are five basic taste sensations: sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami.

Smell allows us to perceive different scents and odors.

Olfactory receptors are located in the nose and can distinguish thousands of different smells.

The sense of smell is closely linked to memory and emotion.