Lesson 2 Recap
What is an easy way to protect your skin from the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays?
Sunscreen, sunglasses, etc.
Name 3 ways you can take care of your teeth.
Brushing, flossing, and using mouthwash.
What is the pupil and what is its purpose?
What is acne?
Active oil glands that clog hair follicles (or a multitude of pimples).
What is dandruff?
What does melanin do for your skin?
Gives it its color. The more melanin you have, the darker you are.
What is plaque?
A thin, sticky film that build up on your teeth that leads to tooth decay.
What is the difference between nearsightedness and farsightedness?
Nearsightedness: You can see objects up close; and those that are far away are blurry.
Farsightedness: You can see objects far away; and those up close are blurry.
What are pores?
They are openings on the skin that allow us to sweat/perspire.
Name 2 functions of the teeth.
1. Chewing food
2. Aiding in speech
What are the different layers of skin called?
Epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous layer!
What is tartar?
Hardened plaque. It cannot be brushed away.
Ears gather sound to help you stay balanced. How do we hear?
Through interpreting vibrations.
What is flouride?
A chemical that helps to prevent tooth decay. They put it in our toothpaste, tap water, and in many brands of mouthwash.
What is glaucoma?
An eye condition in which fluid pressure build up inside the eye. It causes you to be unable to see from your peripheral vision.
What is a dermatologist?
A skin doctor.
What is the difference between a dentist and an orthodonist?
Dentist: A tooth doctor
Orthodonist: Tooth specialist
What is the cornea?
A clear, protective structure (almost like a contact lens) that lets in light.
What is tinitus?
A constant ringing in the ears.
What are cataracts?
What are the 3 functions of the skin?
Protection (from the bacteria and other various things in the air), temperature regulation (so that you can sweat), and sensation (so that you can feel things).
Stage 1 gum disease. A common disorder in which the gums are red and sore and bleed easily.
What is the difference between an optometrist and an opthamologist?
Ophthalmologist: Eye specialist
What is astigmatism? (Hint: It is not the dots in the eye's vision. Those are called eye floaters. Ms. Cannon was wrong. Check page 92!)
An eye condition in which images appear wavy or blurry. This issue is typically corrected with eyeglasses.
What is the unit for measuring sound called?
A decibel.