The point where light rays cross after passing through a concave lens is referred to as the _____.
A.
near point of vision
B.
focal point
C.
far point of vision
D.
depth of focus
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Question 2) The taste of salts results when ____ diffuses through channels leading to depolarization of the taste cell. Similarly, sour is tasted when ______ lead(s) to the depolarization of taste cells.
A.
umami, H+
B.
Na+, amino acids
C.
Na+, H+
D.
H+, G protein mechanism
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Question 3) Olfactory adaptation occurs when odorant receptors become _____.
A.
saturated
B.
destroyed
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Question 4) Most neurons are permanent cells, however _____ are neurons that are constantly being replaced.
A.
olfactory neurons
B.
basal cells
C.
cortical neurons
D.
mitral cells
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Question 5) True or false: Olfactory adaptation occurs when odorant receptors become saturated.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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Question 6) What is a tastant?
A.
A cell found within a taste bud that depolarizes when stimulated.
B.
A structure found within the inner ear that translates vibration into sound.
C.
A supporting cell in the olfactory epithelium that connects the sensations of taste and olfaction.
D.
A substance dissolved in saliva that causes taste cells to depolarize.
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Question 7) The conscious perception of smell is a function of the:
A.
olfactory cortex in the frontal lobe
B.
secondary olfactory area in the frontal lobe
C.
olfactory cortex in the temporal lobe
D.
secondary olfactory area in the temporal lobe
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Question 8) Visceral and emotional reactions to odors is a function of the:
A.
secondary olfactory area in the frontal lobe
B.
olfactory cortex in the frontal lobe
C.
secondary olfactory area in the temporal lobe
D.
olfactory cortex in the temporal lobe
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Question 9) The primary olfactory cortex is located in the ______ lobe.
A.
temporal
B.
occipital
C.
frontal
D.
parietal
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Question 10) Identify the only major sense that does not pass through the thalamus as it is relayed to the cerebral cortex.
A.
sight
B.
taste
C.
balance
D.
smell
E.
hearing
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