chapter 15

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Which structure of the ear is responsible for channeling sound waves into the auditory canal?

Pinna (correct)

Malleus

Tympanic membrane

Cochlea

What role does the stapes play in the process of hearing?

It enhances vibrations from the tympanic membrane.

It absorbs sound waves.

It passes pressure to the fluid within the cochlea. (correct)

It converts sound waves to electrical signals.

Which part of the ear is responsible for maintaining equilibrium during movement?

Semicircular canals (correct)

Cochlea

Tympanic membrane

Vestibule

How does the vestibule contribute to balance when not in motion?

Through mechanoreceptors aiding in static equilibrium. Signup and view all the answers

What sequence of events occurs after sound waves strike the tympanic membrane?

The tympanic membrane vibrates, then the stapes transmits pressure. Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the eye is responsible for controlling the size of the pupil?

Choroid Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the ciliary body in the eye?

Controls the shape of the lens Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the eye acts as the outer protective layer?

Sclera Signup and view all the answers

What fluid fills the anterior compartment of the eye?

Aqueous humor Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of photoreceptors in vision?

Absorb light and convert it into electrical signals Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is primarily involved in vision problems related to focusing?

Lens Signup and view all the answers

Which layer of the eye contains dark pigment to absorb light?

Choroid Signup and view all the answers

What are the three layers of the eye?

Sclera, choroid, retina Signup and view all the answers

What condition occurs when the drainage ducts for aqueous humor are blocked?

Glaucoma Signup and view all the answers

Which type of photoreceptor is highly sensitive to light but does not detect color?

Rods Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the fovea centralis?

To provide sharp central vision Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the eye changes shape to assist in focusing light onto the retina?

Lens Signup and view all the answers

What can happen as a result of untreated glaucoma?

Complete blindness Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the optic nerve in the eye?

To transmit nerve signals to the occipital lobe Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the eye holds the retina in place?

Vitreous humor Signup and view all the answers

What process involves bending light rays to bring images into focus on the retina?

Visual accommodation Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of cones in the human eye?

Detect fine detail and color Signup and view all the answers

Where are cones predominantly located in the eye?

In the fovea centralis Signup and view all the answers

What is a common result of color blindness?

Defective or deficient cones Signup and view all the answers

If a person has 20/20 vision, what does that indicate?

They can see at 20 feet what a normal person can see at 20 feet Signup and view all the answers

Which condition results in difficulty seeing distant objects?

Nearsightedness Signup and view all the answers

What causes astigmatism in the eye?

An uneven cornea Signup and view all the answers

What is the blind spot in the human eye?

The point where the optic nerve exits the eye Signup and view all the answers

Which types of cones are responsible for color sensitivity?

Red, green, and blue cones Signup and view all the answers

Which structure of the ear is primarily responsible for amplifying sound vibrations?

Ossicles Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the auditory tube?

To equalize air pressure on either side of the tympanic membrane Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the ear contains the hair cells that are mechanoreceptors for hearing?

Cochlea Signup and view all the answers

Which are the structures found in the outer ear?

Pinna and auditory canal Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the cochlea?

Converting sound vibrations into neural signals Signup and view all the answers

Which structure serves as the first point of contact for sound waves entering the ear?

Pinna Signup and view all the answers

How do the semicircular canals contribute to the function of the ear?

They help maintain balance Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the inner ear from the outer and middle ears?

It is filled with fluid Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Anatomy and Physiology of the Eye

The eye has three layers: sclera, choroid, and retina.
The sclera (outer layer) is white and the cornea (anterior part) is clear.
The choroid (middle layer) is darkly pigmented, absorbing light.
The choroid becomes the iris, which regulates the size of the pupil (where light enters the eye).
The choroid also forms the ciliary body, controlling the lens's shape for focusing.
The lens divides the eye into the anterior compartment (filled with aqueous humor) and the posterior compartment (filled with vitreous humor).
Aqueous humor is continually produced and drained by tiny ducts.
Glaucoma occurs when drainage ducts are blocked, causing aqueous humor buildup, compressing arteries that serve the retina and leading to gradual vision loss.
The retina (innermost layer) contains photoreceptors called rods and cones.
Rods are sensitive to light but don't detect color.
Cones require bright light and do detect color.
The fovea centralis is packed with cone cells; when we look at an object, it is focused on the fovea.
The optic nerve (made of sensory fibers from the retina) carries signals to the occipital lobe.

Function of the Lens

The cornea, lens, and humors focus images on the retina.
Light rays are bent (refracted) to be brought into focus.
Visual accommodation (focusing) involves the lens changing shape to focus light on the retina.
The ciliary body controls the lens's shape.

Function of Photoreceptors

Rods are sensitive to light, allowing us to see in dim light.
Rods don't detect color.
Cones are located primarily in the fovea centralis.
Cones are activated by bright light, detect fine detail, and distinguish color.
There are three types of cones: B (blue), G (green), and R (red), with varying combinations stimulating different colors.

Blind Spot

It is located where the optic nerve exits the eye, lacking rods and cones.

Abnormalities of the Eye

Color blindness occurs when one type of cone is defective or deficient in number.
Nearsightedness allows near vision but not far vision.
Farsightedness allows far vision but not near vision.
Astigmatism involves an uneven cornea shape.

Anatomy and Physiology of the Ear

The ear has three regions: the outer ear, middle ear, and inner ear.
The outer ear consists of the pinna and auditory canal.
The auditory canal is lined with hairs and glands that secrete earwax to prevent foreign matter entry.
The middle ear begins at the tympanic membrane (eardrum) and houses the ossicles (three tiny bones): malleus, incus, and stapes.
The auditory tube connects the middle ear to the throat, equalizing pressure on both sides of the tympanic membrane.
The inner ear is filled with fluid and has three areas: semicircular canals, vestibule, and cochlea.
Semicircular canals and the vestibule handle equilibrium, while the cochlea handles hearing.
Hair cells within the cochlea are mechanoreceptors.

Path of Sound Waves and Electrical Signals

Sound waves enter the auditory canal and strike the tympanic membrane, causing vibration.
The ossicles (malleus, incus, and stapes) vibrate in sequence, with the stapes transferring pressure to the fluid within the cochlea.

Equilibrium

Equilibrium during movement is handled by mechanoreceptors in the semicircular canals.
Equilibrium when not moving is managed by mechanoreceptors in the vestibule.

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