The Senses
The sense or perception of sound
What is hearing ?
A way of measuring the frequency (pitch) of sound
what is the meaning of hertz (Hz) ?
Palpebrae
What are the eyelids also known as ?
An illusion of movement
what is vertigo ?
-esthesia
what suffix represents sensation ?
The sense of balance
What is equilibrium ?
Instrument used to examine the ear
what is the meaning of otoscope ?
Lacrimal (tear) gland(s)
What constantly bathes and cleanses the eyes with lubricating fluid ?
The sensation of noises (ringing for ex.) within the ear
what is tinnitus ?
-geusia
what suffix represents the sense of taste ?
The sense of taste
What is gustation ?
A small muscle attached to stapes and contracts in presence of loud noise
what is the meaning of stapedius ?
sclera
Inflammation of external auditory canal; also known as swimmer’s ear
-osmia
what suffix represents the sense of smell ?
Pertaining to the sense of touch
What is tactile ?
measurement of
hearing
what is the meaning of audiometry ?
the rods
What part of the eye is known for functioning in dim light ?
A tumor that may press on surrounding tissue and produce symptoms
what is acoustic neuroma ?
-opia
what suffix represents vision ?
The awareness of posture; movement; changes in equilibrium.
What is proprioception ?
Word that pertains to the ear
what is the meaning of aural ?
what allows for pigments within to determine eye color ?
Hearing impairment due to blockage of sound transmission to the inner ear
what is conductive hearing loss ?
-algesia
what suffix represents pain ?