Special Senses

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9th - 12th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the function of the retina in the eye?
Back
The retina is responsible for receiving light that the lens has focused, converting it into neural signals, and sending these signals to the brain for visual recognition.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the sense of smell influence taste?
Back
The sense of smell enhances the perception of taste by allowing the brain to combine the flavors detected by taste buds with the aromas detected by olfactory receptors.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-8
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are the two main functions of the lens of the eye?
Back
The lens of the eye is responsible for refraction (bending light to focus it on the retina) and accommodation (changing shape to focus on objects at different distances).
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What type of receptors are responsible for detecting smell and taste?
Back
Chemoreceptors are responsible for detecting chemical stimuli in the environment, which is essential for the senses of smell and taste.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which part of the eye is not visible when looking in a mirror?
Back
The retina is not visible when looking in a mirror; it is located at the back of the eye.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the role of the pupil in the eye?
Back
The pupil regulates the amount of light that enters the eye by changing size in response to light intensity.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What are taste buds and where are they located?
Back
Taste buds are sensory organs located on the tongue that detect different tastes such as sweet, salty, sour, bitter, and umami.
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