Special Senses

Front

What does the iris control in the eye?

Back

The iris controls the size of the pupil.

Front

What is the tough, white fibrous layer of the eye called?

Back

The tough, white fibrous layer of the eye is called the sclera.

Front

What type of receptors are responsible for taste and smell?

Back

Receptors for taste and smell are called chemoreceptors.

Front

Which special sense is NOT fully functional at birth?

Back

Vision is the only special sense that is NOT fully functional at birth.

Front

Which structure is NOT associated with the middle ear?

Back

The auricle is NOT associated with the middle ear.

Front

What is the function of the pupil in the eye?

Back

The pupil regulates the amount of light that enters the eye.

Front

What is the role of the sclera?

Back

The sclera provides protection and structure to the eye.

Front

What are chemoreceptors?

Back

Chemoreceptors are sensory receptors that respond to chemical stimuli, such as taste and smell.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

Front

What are the ossicles?

Back

The ossicles are three small bones in the middle ear that help transmit sound vibrations.

Front

What is the function of the pharyngotympanic tube?

Back

The pharyngotympanic tube equalizes pressure in the middle ear with the external environment.