12 Questions
What is the specialized region in the roof of the nasal cavity where olfactory receptors are found?
Utricle & saccule
What is the purpose of the Rinne's test in relation to hearing?
Determine if air conduction is greater than bone conduction
Which part of the ear detects linear acceleration and the effects of gravity?
Semicircular canal
What occurs when tiny hair fibers in the inner ear detect motion of the membrane (ear drum)?
Olfaction
In humans with perfect hearing, what is the range of vibrations that can be detected?
$20$ to $20,000$ Hz
What is the purpose of Weber's test?
Detect electromagnetic energy
Which receptor is responsible for detecting a flavor commonly found in meat and artificial flavorings?
Umami receptors
Which type of pain is characterized by being dull, aching, and carried by unmyelinated C fibers?
Slow pain
What is the main reason why most nociceptors (pain receptors) do not adapt?
To protect the body from harm
At what temperature do warm receptors get activated?
Between 37-45C
Which term refers to the sense of pressure perception?
Tactition
How is a stimulus transduced in sensory systems?
By directly activating sensory neurons
Test your knowledge on the physiological basis of perception, including topics like temperature, pain, vibration, sensory modalities, and more. Explore how sensory systems function and adapt to various stimuli.
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