Week 10 - Animal Senses And Environmental Information (Exam 3)

Question 1

What senses do animals use to gather information about their environment?

Answer 1

Animals use sight, hearing, touch, smell and taste to receive environmental information.

Question 2

What if the role of sensory neurons in transmitting information to the brain?

Answer 2

Sensory neurons convey signals from receptors to the brain for interpretation.

Question 3

How does Mechanoreception enable animals to detect environmental changes?

Answer 3

Mechanoreception detects pressure, vibration, and movement, crucial for hearing and balance.

Question 4

How does photoreception allow animals to process visual information?

Answer 4

Photoreception involves detecting light through photoreceptor cells, enabling sight.