Sensory Receptors and Vision Flashcard

Front

What is the first step in how animals receive and process information?

Back

Senses take in information.

Front

What happens second when animals process information?

Back

Send information to the brain.

Front

What is the third step in the process of how animals receive information?

Back

Brain processes information.

Front

What is the last step when an animal responds to a stimulus?

Back

Animal responds.

Front

What do sensory receptors in the eye need to be sensitive to?

Back

Changes in light.

Front

What can animals who are active during the day and night do?

Back

Easily adjust to changes in light.

Front

Why do cacti have long, sharp spines?

Back

They make it hard for animals to eat the cactus.

Front

If an animal can change its eye shape, what is it reacting to?

Back

Light.

Front

What happens last when a turtle sees a mealworm?

Back

Turtle's brain sends a message to the nerve in the turtle's feet to go towards the mealworm.

Front

What is the role of sensory receptors?

Back

To detect changes in the environment.