The Senses

2. transparent window at the front of eye
4. the white of the eye that provides protection and shape
8. sensory receptors that respond to heat or cold
10. brain's interpretation of sensory information
11. the central part of the bony labyrinth, between cochlea & semicircular canal
14. specialized rods and cones that respond to light
15. the adjustment of the lens's curvature for near vision
16. canals 3 fluid filled tubes in inner ear maintain equilibrium
17. the bending of light as it passes through cornea
20. chiasm x-shaped structure where optic nerve fibers cross brain

1. the snail shaped structure of the inner ear contains hearing receptors
3. receptors that detect tissue damage and result in sensation of pain
5. receptors that respond to chemical stimuli i.e.taste & smell
6. the innermost layer of the eye containing visual receptors
7. the sense of body position and movement in space
9. tube connects the middle ear to the throat to equalize pressure
12. pain feelin in a location other than where the actual stimulus is occurring
13. apparatus the system responsible for producing and draining tears
18. the sense of balance managed by the vestibular system
19. malleus, incus, stapes in the middle ear