Senses
Which sense is most closely linked to memory and emotion?
Touch
What part of the eye is the transparent front layer?
Cornea
Which brain structure relays sensory input to the cortex?
Thalamus
Which hormones are released by the posterior pituitary?
Oxytocin and ADH
Which hormone increases blood calcium levels?
PTH
Which system amplifies emotions in sensory processing?
Amplification by limbic system
Where do tears drain into?
Lacrimal puncta
Which papillae are most numerous on the tongue?
Filiform
Which gland sits stop the kidneys?
Adrenal glands
Which hormone stimulates glucose production?
Glucagon
Which organ detects balance and equilibrium?
Vestibular system
Which structure provides rigidity to the eyelids?
Tarsal plate
Which taste modality detects sodium ions?
Salty
Which hormone lowers blood glucose levels?
insulin
Which hormone is released during childbirth to induce contractions?
Oxytocin
Name two mechanisms the brain uses to ignore background sounds.
(1) Auditory adaptation, (2) Selective attention
Which layer absorbs stray light?
Pigmented retina
What is the functional difference between rods and cones?
Rods= dim light sensitivity, Cones=color & acuity
Where is the adrenal medulla located?
Medulla
Which element is essential for thyroid hormone production?
Iodine
How does the olfactory system adapt to prolonged smells?
(1) Receptor adaptation, (2) Inhibitory feedback, (3) Higher brain centers filter odors
Which part of the eye has the highest visual acuity?
Fovea centralis
What are opsin + retinal together called?
Photopigment
What structure houses the pituitary gland?
Sella turcica
What symptoms are linked to hyperthyroidism?
Weight loss and high metabolism