Exam 17: The Special Senses

The function of gustatory receptors parallels that of

Bowman glands,also known as the ________ glands,secrete a thick,pigmented mucus that absorbs water.

All of the following are terms describing the epithelial projections found on the tongue,except

Figure 17-2 The Ear Use Figure 17-2 to answer the following questions: -Identify the structures labeled "8."

The part of the eye that determines eye color is the

The abnormality that develops when a lens loses its transparency is known as a ________.

A ray of light entering the eye will encounter these structures in which order?

The space between the iris and ciliary body and the lens is the

The sense of taste is also known as ________.

________ cells adjust sensitivities at the synapses between bipolar and ganglion cells.(Note: Be sure to capitalize the first letter of your answer).

When all three cone populations are stimulated equally,we perceive

________ deafness results from conditions in the outer or middle ear that block the transfer of vibrations from the environment to the tympanic membrane or to the oval window.(Note: Be sure to capitalize the first letter of your answer).

The membrane proteins that respond to chemical stimuli to produce sweet,bitter,and umami sensations are called ________.

________,or pinkeye,results from damage to or irritation of the conjunctival surface.(Note: Be sure to capitalize the first letter of your answer).

Why must accommodation occur to view objects closer than 20 feet from the eye?

The hair cells of the utricle and saccule are clustered in

________ sensations inform us of the position of the head in space by monitoring gravity,linear acceleration,and rotation.(Note: Be sure to capitalize the first letter of your answer).

The olfactory organ consists of the ________ and the lamina propria.

Gustatory receptors are clustered in individual ________.

________ is a fluid similar to cerebrospinal fluid that fills the space between the bony labyrinth and the membranous labyrinth.(Note: Be sure to capitalize the first letter of your answer).