1 Mulch: Weighs in at roughly up to 1,000 pounds per cubic yard, depending on the type and whether itâs wet or dry. 2  Soil: Weighs about 2,200 pounds per cubic yard, depending on the moisture content. 3  Sand, Gravel, Stone: Can tip the scales at upwards of 3,000 pounds per cubic yard.
Mechanoreceptors Definition - Mechanoreceptors are afferent or sensory nerves of the nervous system. These special types of neurons are found in the... Mechanoreceptors Definition - Mechanoreceptors are afferent or sensory nerves of the nervous system.
These stretch receptors are mechanoreceptors, which are a type of sensory receptor that specifically detects mechanical pressure, distortion, and stretch, and are found in many parts of the human body, especially the lungs, stomach, and skin.