Exam 11: The Senses

"Pinkeye" is an infection of the sclera.

MATCHING Match each structure of the eye with its corresponding description or function. -the blind spot; where the optic nerve leaves the eye

The sense of smell can be considered a

An irregularity in the cornea or lens is called presbyopia.

The eye can be considered a

Match each of the following disorders of the eye or ear with its corresponding definition or description. -refers to ringing in the ear

The pupil is not really a structure but is the lack of a structure.

Explain why when you first enter a newly painted room,the smell of paint seems very strong,but the longer you are there the less you smell the paint.

The organ of Corti is the organ of hearing.

The external ear ends at the

The olfactory receptors are responsible for the sense of smell.

The oval window separates the outer from the middle ear.

Which of the following is untrue about the sense of taste?