HS1 3.04 Sensory System

Front

What is the primary function of cilia in the nose?

Back

To trap larger dust particles.

Front

What is hyperopia commonly known as?

Back

Farsightedness.

Front

What do rods in the eye primarily detect?

Back

Darkness and low light levels.

Front

What do cones in the eye primarily detect?

Back

Colors and bright light.

Front

Which part of the nasal cavity is responsible for the sense of smell?

Back

Olfactory region.

Front

What causes glaucoma?

Back

Excessive intraocular pressure.

Front

What is the function of the retina?

Back

To convert light into neural signals.

Front

What is myopia commonly known as?

Back

Nearsightedness.

Front

What is the role of the lens in the eye?

Back

To focus light onto the retina.

Front

What is astigmatism?

Back

A condition where the cornea is irregularly shaped, causing blurred vision.