Special Senses Physiology Flashcards
1
Q
What are special senses
A
Receptors which are special organs located in the head region
2
Q
What nerve supply special senses
A
Cranial nerves
3
Q
Role of eyes in medicine
A
Vision Balance Color position Distance and depth Diagnosis
4
Q
Aqueous humor circulation.
A
Sécréter from ciliary bodies
Go in front of pupil and back of cornea
Drained through canal of Shlegm
5
Q
Functions of aqueous humor
A
Provides nourishment
Removal of waste products
Allow air To pass through
Maintain pressure to maintain shape of eyeball
6
Q
What is the lens
A
Thick transparent biconvex disc held in pace by ciliary zonule
7
Q
What happens if lens becomes whitish like in cataract
A
Light not able to pass through anymore
8
Q
Light waves in near vision
A
Diverging light
9
Q
Far vision type of light waves
A
Parallel waves
