The eye and gustatory (key roles) Flashcards by Mia G | Brainscape

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Role of the Cornea

A

protects the eye

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Role of the pupil

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controls amount of light entering

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Role of the iris

A

contracts pupil

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Role of the lens

A

focuses light onto retina

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Role of the retina

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receives + absorbs light

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Role of the optic nerve

A

transmission to primary visual cortex

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Role of taste buds

A

contain taste receptors

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Role of taste receptors

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contain sensory receptors

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Role of papillae

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small bumps that contain taste buds

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What are the 5 basic flavours we can sense

A

sweet
salty
sour
bitter
umami (savoury)

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