Control and Coordination Test Review

Front

What are cones responsible for in the human eye?

Back

Cones are responsible for bright light and color vision.

Front

What type of sensory nerve receptors in the ear respond to vibrations?

Back

Mechanoreceptors are the sensory nerve receptors in the ear that respond to vibrations.

Front

What is an effector also known as in relation to an action?

Back

An effector is also known as a response to an action.

Front

What is the function of the optic nerve?

Back

The optic nerve transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.

Front

In a reflex arc, what is the role of the motor neuron?

Back

The motor neuron carries signals from the central nervous system to the muscles to elicit a response.

Front

What is the role of rods in the human eye?

Back

Rods are responsible for vision in low light conditions and peripheral vision.

Front

Define a reflex action.

Back

A reflex action is an involuntary and nearly instantaneous movement in response to a stimulus.

Front

What is the difference between sensory neurons and motor neurons?

Back

Sensory neurons transmit signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system, while motor neurons transmit signals from the central nervous system to effectors (muscles or glands).

Front

What is the function of the cornea?

Back

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

Front

What are chemoreceptors?

Back

Chemoreceptors are sensory receptors that respond to chemical stimuli, such as taste and smell.