Special Senses Physiology

Which structure is labeled 4?

• Pinna

• Tympanic membrane

• Semicircular canals

• Coclea

Which structure is labeled 7?

• Pinna

• Vestibule

• Semicircular canals

• Cochlea

Which of the following is not a taste sensation?

• Sweet

• Salty

• Sour

• Spicy

The watery substance in the anterior chamber of the eye is called

• Vitreous humor

• Conjuctivitis

• Aqueous humor

• Lacrimal fluid

The shape of the lens is described as

• Concave

• Biconcave

• Convex

• Biconvex

The area where the optic nerve attaches to the posterior portion of the eye is called

• Fovea centralis

• Blind spot

• Auricle

• Choroid coat

The white outer layer of the eye is called the

• Sclera

• Cornea

• Iris

• Retina

What is the name of the structure that releases tears?

• Tarsal gland

• Choroid tunic

• Lacrimal gland

• Lacrimal duct

What is the structure that becomes infected with conjuctivitis?

• Retina

• Eyelid

• Conjunctiva

• Pupil

Which structure prevents light from scattering within the eye?

• Choroid coat

• Retina

• Sclera

• Lens