Biology: The Dynamics of Life, California Edition

Section 2: The Senses

The Senses

1.
Which of these statements about the human sense of touch is NOT true?
A)There are very few receptors on the soles of a person's feet.
B)Joints and muscle tissues contain receptors that respond to heavier pressure.
C)Pain receptors are found in all body tissues except for those in the brain.
D)Receptors that sense cold are found close to the skin's surface.
2.
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Look at this illustration of the human ear's internal structure. Which part of the ear receives vibrations from the eardrum?
A)oval window
B)cochlea
C)stapes
D)semicircular canals
3.
Which of these is part of the inner ear?
A)eardrum
B)malleus
C)incus
D)cochlea
4.
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This illustration shows a cross section of the human eye. Which part of the eye is this?
A)the pupil
B)the oval window
C)the iris
D)the optic nerve
5.
__________ are sensory receptors found on the human tongue.
A)Neurons
B)Choroids
C)Taste buds
D)Olfactory nerves
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