Special Senses Flashcards

1
Q

3 bones of the middle ear

A

Malleus incus stapes

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2
Q

Function of ciliary body

A

Control shape and thickness of the lens

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3
Q

Function of Iris

A

Regulates the amount of light entering the pupil

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4
Q

Function of the retina

A

Sensitive to light rays

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5
Q

Functions of lens

A

Changes focal distance of the eye

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6
Q

Function of aqueous humour

A

Maintains intraocular pressure

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7
Q

Function of Eustachian tube

A

Carries add to the tympanic cavity

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8
Q

Function of Pina

A

God soundwaves to eardrum

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9
Q

Function of semi circular canals

A

Transmit info on angle of head

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10
Q

Function of cochlea

A

Convert sound waves to nerve impulses

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11
Q

To specialise nerve cells found in the retina

A

Rods and cones

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12
Q

Which one of the cells are sensitive to light levels rods or cones

A

Rods

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13
Q

What’s the gland produces tears

A

Lacrimal gland

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14
Q

One function of tears

A

Provides nutrients and anti-microbio protection for cornea

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15
Q

Three functions of the skin

A

Protection sensory secrection

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16
Q

Three examples of integuments

A

Skin hair footpads

17
Q

Two places in the body way sebaceous glans maybe found

A

Skin or ear

18
Q

One function of scent glans

A

Serve as defence

19
Q

One function of contour feathers

A

Areofoils the flight

20
Q

Function of down feathers

A

Insulation