Special Senses Quiz

What is the name of the transparent front part of the eye that helps to focus light onto the retina?

• pupil

• cornea

• sclera

• iris

Which part of the ear is responsible for transmitting sound vibrations to the inner ear?

• outer ear

• inner ear

• earlobe

• middle ear

Which of the following is not a primary taste sensation?

• sweet

• umami

• sour

• bitter

What is the name of the small sensory cells in the nose that detect odors?

• nasal receptors

• olfactory cells

• olfactory receptors

• sensory receptors

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What is the medical term for nearsightedness?

• presbyopia

• hyperopia

• myopia

• astigmatism

Which part of the ear is responsible for maintaining balance?

• vestibular system

• auditory nerve

• eardrum

• cochlea

Which taste sensation is associated with the amino acid glutamate?

• bitter

• sour

• sweet

• umami

What is the name of the structure in the eye that controls the amount of light entering the pupil?

• iris

• cornea

• retina

• lens

Which part of the ear contains the cochlea?

• earlobe

• outer ear

• inner ear

• middle ear

Which sense is primarily responsible for detecting chemicals in the environment?

• smell

• sight

• touch

• taste