Senses Exam

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What is the retina?

Back

The retina is a thin layer of tissue located at the back of the eye that contains light-sensitive cells (photoreceptors) which convert light into electrical signals sent to the brain.

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What is the correct order of the ossicles in the ear?

Back

The correct order of the ossicles in the ear is: hammer (malleus), anvil (incus), stirrup (stapes).

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What is the tympanic membrane?

Back

The tympanic membrane, also known as the eardrum, is a thin membrane that separates the outer ear from the middle ear and vibrates in response to sound waves.

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What is the sclera?

Back

The sclera is the white outer layer of the eyeball that provides structure and protection to the eye.

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What are the main functions of the eye?

Back

The main functions of the eye include capturing light, focusing images, and converting light into neural signals for vision.

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What is the role of the cornea?

Back

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

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What is the function of the iris?

Back

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

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What is the function of the lens in the eye?

Back

The lens is a transparent structure that changes shape to help focus light onto the retina for clear vision.

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What is the auditory canal?

Back

The auditory canal is a tube that carries sound waves from the outer ear to the tympanic membrane (eardrum).

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What is the cochlea?

Back

The cochlea is a spiral-shaped organ in the inner ear that converts sound vibrations into electrical signals for the brain.