Sensory Organs

Front

What kind of receptors are in the eye?

Back

Photo receptors are specialized cells in the retina that respond to light. They are crucial for vision.

Front

Which part of the eye gives the eye its color?

Back

The iris is the colored part of the eye that controls the size of the pupil and the amount of light that enters.

Front

What is the function of the optic nerve?

Back

The optic nerve transmits visual information from the retina to the brain, allowing us to see.

Front

What is the role of the lens in the eye?

Back

The lens focuses light onto the retina, helping to create clear images.

Front

What structure is responsible for balance in the inner ear?

Back

The semicircular canals are responsible for detecting rotational movements and maintaining balance.

Front

What is the function of the cornea?

Back

The cornea is the transparent front part of the eye that refracts light and helps focus it onto the retina.

Front

What is the purpose of the pupil?

Back

The pupil is the opening in the center of the iris that regulates the amount of light entering the eye.

Front

What is the retina?

Back

The retina is a layer of light-sensitive cells at the back of the eye that converts light into electrical signals.

Front

What are the two types of photo receptors in the eye?

Back

The two types of photo receptors are rods (sensitive to low light) and cones (sensitive to color and detail).

Front

What is the function of the cochlea?

Back

The cochlea is a spiral-shaped organ in the inner ear that converts sound vibrations into nerve impulses.