Special senses
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- Q1What are the three cells in olfaction?Olfactory receptor cells, supporting cells, and basal cellsPhotoreceptor cells, sensory cells, and basal cellsGustatory receptor cells, auditory cells, and basal cellsMotor neurons, sensory neurons, and supporting cells120s
- Q2Where does the olfactory bulb sit in the brain?It sits in the in the mental foramen.It sits above the cribiform plate of the ethmoid bone, inferior to the frontal lobe of the brainIt sits in the sella turcicaIt sits in the foramen ovale in the skull.120s
- Q3Which process is initiated when an odorant binds to a receptor?Energy productionG-protein cascadeProtein synthesisCell division120s
- Q4What is anosmia?Fear of open spacesInability to taste sweet flavorsExcessive sweatingLoss of the sense of smell120s
- Q5Which of the following structures are involved in gustation?Olfactory receptorsPhotoreceptorsAuditory hair cellsVallate (circumvallate), fungiform, foliate, and filiform papillae120s
- Q6What is the function of the lacrimal gland?Releases tears and mucus into tiny duct to help lubricate and wash away debriControlling blood pressureRegulating body temperatureProducing tears to keep the eyes moist120s
- Q7The papillary dilator muscle is controlled by what?The somatic nervous systemThe autonomic nervous systemThe parasympathetic nervous systemThe sympathetic nervous system120s
- Q8What are cataracts?Inflammation of the corneaClouding of the eye's natural lensBacterial infection in the eyeTearing of the retina120s
- Q9What are the two types of photoreceptors in the eye?Cornea and lensRetina and scleraIris and pupilRods and cones120s
- Q10What is retinal derived from?Vitamin DVitamin CVitamin AVitamin B120s