AP Psych Unit 1 Part 4

Front

What is the function of olfactory receptor cells?

Back

Olfactory receptor cells are crucial for the sense of smell.

Front

What is the Eustachian Tube?

Back

The Eustachian Tube is a canal that connects the middle ear to the nasopharynx, helping to equalize pressure in the ear.

Front

What is the sclera?

Back

The sclera is the white outer layer of the eyeball, providing structure and protection.

Front

What is the function of the ear drum?

Back

The ear drum, or tympanic membrane, vibrates in response to sound waves, transmitting sound to the middle ear.

Front

What is the cornea?

Back

The cornea is the transparent front part of the eye that covers the iris and pupil, allowing light to enter.

Front

What is the role of the tympanic cavity?

Back

The tympanic cavity is an air-filled space in the middle ear that houses the ossicles and helps transmit sound.

Front

What are the ossicles?

Back

The ossicles are three tiny bones in the middle ear (malleus, incus, stapes) that amplify sound vibrations.

Front

What is the function of the iris?

Back

The iris is the colored part of the eye that controls the size of the pupil and the amount of light entering the eye.

Front

What is the function of the optic nerve?

Back

The optic nerve transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.

Front

What is the role of the retina?

Back

The retina is the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye that converts light into neural signals.