Exam 17: B: Sense Organs

What is the function of the eustachian tube?

Match each structure of the eye with its corresponding description. -receptors for day vision

Intense stimuli of any type that results in tissue damage will activate:

Of all the papillae on the tongue,which one contains the most taste buds?

Match each inner ear term with its corresponding description. -consists of vestibule,cochlea,and semicircular canals

Match each structure of the eye with its corresponding description. -referred to as the blind spot in the eye

Cones that are sensitive to light in the blue wavelength wave are referred to as _____ cones.

Which tongue papillae are huge dome-shaped bumps that form a transverse row near the back of the tongue?

Movement of hair cells in the organ of Corti against the _____ membrane can stimulate nerve impulse condition.

The sense organs responsible for static equilibrium are located in the:

Sensory impulses ending in what part of the central nervous system may affect the so-called "vital sign" reflexes?

Although Donald's vision was normal,he had began experiencing headaches and pain in his eyes.The ophthalmologist suggested a test to determine the pressure in the anterior cavity of Donald's eyes.Why did the doctor recommend this test,and what disease state was he anticipating?

Presbyopia is a condition resulting from:

Chemoreceptors are most likely to be activated by:

When referring to the sensory neurons,the term end organ refers to the _____ lobe of the brain.

Match each inner ear term with its corresponding description. -the organ of hearing; located in the cochlea and filled with endolymph

The word "deform" describes the stimulus detected by:

When you are looking at a large green field,which cones would be sending the green wavelength to the brain?

Match each inner ear term with its corresponding description. -membranes that are found within the bony labyrinth

Which of the following is a primary photopigment?