Special Senses (Olfactory) Flashcards
1
Q
located in the upper 1/3 of each nasal
mucosa
A
olfactory epithelium
2
Q
is closely tied with the limbic system (emotional visceral part of the brain)
A
Olfactory pathway
2
Q
are long-lasting and very much part of our memories and emotions
A
olfactory impressions
3
Q
are exquisitely sensitive – just a few molecules
can activate them
A
olfactory receptors
4
Q
tend to adapt rather quickly when they are exposed to an unchanging stimulus, in this
case, an odor
A
olfactory neurons
5
Q
Certain chemicals activate the _______________ as well as the _______________ and cause a particular reaction.
A
- trigeminal nerve (CN V)
- olfactory nerve (CN I)
6
Q
NEVER BACK DOWN NEVER WHAT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!?????????????
A
NEVER GIVE UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
