Anatomy Special Senses Review

Front

What part of the ear contains hair cells that function as hearing receptors?

Back

Cochlea, Organ of Corti.

Front

What creates our sense of static equilibrium?

Back

Movement of otoliths along hair cells.

Front

Which structure is NOT associated with the middle ear?

Back

Auricle.

Front

What is the area of the retina that does not detect images called?

Back

Optic disc.

Front

What is the transparent mucous membrane that lines the eyelids and covers most of the surface of the eye?

Back

Conjunctiva.

Front

What are the three small bones in the middle ear called?

Back

Ossicles.

Front

What is the function of the tympanic membrane?

Back

To vibrate in response to sound waves.

Front

What is the role of the fovea centralis in vision?

Back

It is the area of the retina with the highest visual acuity.

Front

What is the function of rods in the retina?

Back

To detect light and dark, enabling vision in low light.

Front

What is the role of cones in the retina?

Back

To detect color and fine detail.