Senses

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Learning Objectives:

10.1 Distinguish between somatic senses and special senses

10.2.2 Name five kinds of receptors, and explain their functions

10.2.3 Explain how a sensation arises

10.3.5 Describe how the sense of pain is produced

10.4.6 Identify the locations of the receptors associated with the special senses

10.5.8 Explain the mechanism of smell

10.6 Explain the mechanism of taste

10.7 Name the parts of the ear, and explain the function of each part

10.8  Distinguish between static and dynamic equilibrium

10.9.12 Name the parts of the eye, and explain the function of each part

10.9.13 Explain how the eye refracts light

10.9.14 Describe the visual nerve pathway

Lab: Identify the gross anatomy of the eye in a sheep eye