chapter 10 study Guide
What process allows the eyes to change between near and far vision by changing the shape of the lens? A. Accommodation B. Adjustment C. Adaptation D. Assimilation
A. Accommodation
Olfactory receptor cells are what type of cell? A. Bipolar neurons B. Squamous epithelial cells C. Connective Tissue cells D. Columnar epithelial cells
A. Bipolar neurons
Gustatory receptors are examples of what class of receptor? A. Chemoreceptors B. Proprioceptors C. Thermoreceptors D.Photoreceptors
A. Chemoreceptors
The olfactory receptors are examples of what class of receptor? A. Chemoreceptors B. thermoreceptors C. Mechanoreceptors D. Proprioceptors
A. Chemoreceptors
How is sensation different from perception? A. Sensation results when the brain receives information from sensory receptors B. Perception results when the brain receives information from the sensory receptors. sensation is the consciousness awareness of the stimuli
A. Sensation results when the brain receives information from sensory receptors
What sense allows for the maintenance of posture and balance when the body is at rest? A. Static equilibrium B. Dynamic Equilibrium C. Hearing D. Olfactory
A. Static Equilibrium
What is a characteristic of taste receptors? A. They are modified epithelial cells B. They are found only on the tounge C. They are nerve cells. D. If damaged, they are not replaced
A. They are modified epithelial cells
What is a characteristic of pain receptors? A. They are among the most specialized receptors B. They adapt rapidly C. They are typically stimulated by factors that can damage tissues D. They are widely distributed in the tissues of the brain
C. They are typically stimulated by factors that can damage tissues
Which of the following is a general sense? A. Taste B. Balance C. Touch D. Vision
C. Touch
Sound vibrations within the cochlea cause vibration of the _________blank, which in turn causes the hairs of the spiral organ to move back and forth against the _________blank. The result is deformation of the hairs. A. Oval window, Round window B. Basilar membrane; Tectorial membrane C. Tectorial membrane, Basilar membrane D. Basilar membrane, Tympanic membrane
B. Basilar membrane; Tectorial membrane
Where are the receptors for equilibrium located? A. In retina of the eye B. In the inner ear C. In the brain D. In joints of the limbs
B. In the inner ear
Where are the auditory ossicles located within the ear? A. External ear B. Middle Ear C. Outer Ear D. Inner Ear
B. Middle ear
Pain caused by a heart attack is often interpreted by the brain as coming from the left arm. What is this mismatch called? A. Ectopic focus B. Referred pain C. Translocated injury D. Phantom pain
B. Referred pain
The ampullae, containing sensory receptors, are located in what structure(s)? A. Retina B. Semicircular canals C. Vestibule D. Cochlea
B. Semicircular canals
What is the frequency range for the greatest sensitivity for human hearing? A. 10-10,000 vibrations/second B. 1k-2k vibrations/second C. 2K-3K vibrations/second D. 20K-30K Vibrations/seconds
C. 2k-3k Vibrations/second
What is the transparent, anterior portion of the outer layer of the eye called? A. Sclera B. Lens C. Cornea D. Pupil
C. Cornea
Where is the spiral organ located? A. In the semicircular canals B. In the scala vestibuli C. In the cochlear duct D. In the scala tympani
C. In the cochlear duct
What is the term for the ability of the nervous system to become less responsive to a maintained stimulus? A. Accommodation B. Sensory Deprivation C. Sensory Adaptation D. Refraction
C. Sensory adaptation
Name the auditory ossicle that is attached directly to the eardrum? A. Incus B. Cochlea C. Stapes D. Malleus
D. Malleus
The fovea centralis and macula lutea are part of what layer of the wall of the eye? A. Sclera B. Middle Layer C. Choroid coat D. Retina
D. Retina
