BIO 112 Ch. 10 Flashcard

Front

What is the function of the cochlea in the inner ear?

Back

The cochlea is responsible for hearing.

Front

What is the role of the vestibule in the inner ear?

Back

The vestibule is responsible for balance.

Front

What do the semicircular canals detect?

Back

The semicircular canals are responsible for detecting rotational movements.

Front

What is the difference between general and special senses?

Back

General senses are distributed throughout the body, while special senses are localized to specific organs confined to the head.

Front

What is sensory adaptation?

Back

Sensory adaptation is the process by which our senses adjust to different levels of stimulation.

Front

Which senses can adapt?

Back

All five senses can adapt, including sight, hearing, taste, smell, and touch.

Front

What do thermoreceptors respond to?

Back

Thermoreceptors respond to temperature changes.

Front

What do photoreceptors respond to?

Back

Photoreceptors respond to light.

Front

What do chemoreceptors respond to?

Back

Chemoreceptors respond to chemical stimuli.

Front

What do nociceptors respond to?

Back

Nociceptors respond to pain.