LOF review flashcard

Front

Which sensory organ is responsible for our sense of touch?

Back

Skin

Front

Which of the following IS a sensory organ?

Back

Ears

Front

How are coconuts dispersed?

Back

by water

Front

What are the two ways in which sensory receptors respond to stimuli?

Back

Respond with an immediate reaction and store a memory.

Front

Why is it better for seeds to disperse far and wide?

Back

So that plants have a better chance to grow healthier.

Front

What is the function of sensory organs?

Back

To detect and respond to stimuli from the environment.

Front

Name the five human senses.

Back

Sight, Hearing, Touch, Taste, Smell.

Front

What is the role of the skin in the human body?

Back

The skin protects the body and allows us to sense touch, temperature, and pain.

Front

How do animals help in seed dispersal?

Back

Animals eat fruits and excrete the seeds in different locations.

Front

What is the importance of sensory receptors?

Back

They convert stimuli into signals that the brain can understand.