Ch 7 Test Sensory Perception

Which of the following statements is true regarding the gustation and olfaction?

• Olfaction does not involve chemical stimuli detection, but gustation does involve chemical stimuli.

• Gustation and olfaction are hemisensory systems.

• Gustation and olfaction are mechanosensory systems.

• Both gustation and olfaction are chemosensory systems.

Where is the olfactory epithelium located?

• On the roof of the nasal cavity

• On the floor of the nasal cavity

• Lining the trachea

• Covering the nasal septum

Which of the following is NOT a type of cell found in the olfactory epithelium?

• Olfactory receptor cells

• Supporting cells

• Basal cells

• Goblet cells

What is the primary function of basal cells in the olfactory epithelium?

• Detecting odor molecules

• Providing structural support

• Producing mucus

• Regenerating olfactory receptor cells

What is the role of Bowman's glands in the olfactory epithelium?

• Detecting odor molecules

• Providing structural support

• Producing mucus

• Regenerating olfactory receptor cells

Identify the olfactory receptor cell

Identify the bowman's gland

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

Identify the cribriform plate

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NGSS.MS-LS1-3

Identify the basal cell

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

NGSS.MS-LS1-2

NGSS.MS-LS1-3

Identify the support cell

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

NGSS.MS-LS1-2