Name Date Diagram of the Eye

Directions: For this activity refer to the figure below. Identify the parts of the eye with their correct names and relative place. For each part of the eye listed below give a brief explanation of its main functions.

What is visual acuity, how do we see color and how do we account for color blindness?

Diagram of the EarDirections: Refer to the diagram of the ear below. Identify the parts of the ear with their correct names and relative place. For each part of the ear in the figure give a brief explanation of its main functions.

How do we locate sound?

What is the difference between Conductive and Sensorinueral Deafness?

Other SensesHow do we “taste” things? (mention olfactory nerve)

What are our “skin” senses? (What is “gate theory”)

What is the vestibular sense and how does it help you stay on a balance beam?

Define kinesthesis and its role in our senses?

Cochlea:

Auditory Nerve:

Eardrum: Hammer, anvil, stirrup:

Pupil:

Lens:

Retina:

Photoreceptors:

Blind Spot:

Rods:Cones: