Exam 24: Special Senses

What is the function of the eustachian tube?

Match each inner ear term with its corresponding description. -Part of the inner ear involved with hearing

Match each structure of the eye with its corresponding description. -Transparent portion of the anterior of the eye

Where is the blind spot located? Why can't light rays striking this area be seen?

The passageway leading to the tympanic membrane is the:

Spicy is one of the "primary" taste sensations.

The white of the eye is referred to as the:

Match each structure of the eye with its corresponding description. -Area of dense concentration of cones

Explain the processes that allow for the focusing of light rays so that they form a clear image on the retina.

Place in proper sequence the structures through which sound waves are conducted, starting with the number 1 and ending with 9. -Round window

Clearness or sharpness of visual perception is known as:

Germinative epithelial basal cells constantly replace olfactory receptor neurons.

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

The two-point discrimination test measures the visual acuity of the eye.

In order to produce the sharpest image, light is focused on the optic disk of the eye.

To produce a clear image, the aqueous humor is involved in the process of:

Match each middle ear term with its corresponding description. -Spaces in the temporal bone that are connected to the middle ear

Aqueous humor is formed by secretion of the ciliary body into the posterior chamber.

Impulses are transmitted from the inner ear to the brainstem by way of the _____ nerve.

Match each inner ear term with its corresponding description. -Fluid between the bony and membranous labyrinths