Sensory Systems Quizzes, Questions & Answers

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Explore the fascinating world of gustatory perception with our 'Sense of Taste Quiz.' Learn about the structure of taste buds, the distribution of taste sensations across the tongue, and how age affects taste. This quiz enhances...

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 3674 | Last updated: Jan 31, 2024

Sample Question
What Are The Little Bumps On Your Tongue Called?

Taste Buds

Papillae

Microvilli

Dr Gawad Physiology Course Online Exams – Sensory Receptors

6 MCQs (Only one correct answer) Each MCQ: 1 mark, Total mark: 6 (you will get the results immediately with correction by the web) Allowed time: 8 min Good Luck dr Gawad

Questions: 6 | Attempts: 552 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

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About receptor potential which of the following is true:

It obeys the all or none rule.

It is a form of a local un-propagated action potential.

Its absolute refractory period is too short.

It is blocked by local anesthetics.

Dr Gawad Physiology Course Online Exams – Mechanoreceptors, Thermoreceptors

7 MCQs (Only one correct answer) Each MCQ: 1 mark, Total mark: 7 (you will get the results immediately with correction by the web) Allowed time: 7 min Good Luck

Questions: 7 | Attempts: 620 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023

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Regarding the ventral spinothalamic tract, which of the following is not true:

Its afferent fiber is type C fiber.

The crossing of the tract to the midline is mainly in the second order neuron.

It transmits crude touch.

The main centre of this tract is the thalamus.

Exam #1- Special Senses, Blood, & Heart

This quiz assesses knowledge on special senses, blood, and heart functions, focusing on the anatomy and physiology of sensory systems and cardiovascular components. It tests understanding of mechanisms like the rhodopsin cycle,...

Questions: 50 | Attempts: 91 | Last updated: Jul 26, 2023

Sample Question
Which is a type of color photoreceptor?

Green cone

Yellow cone

Red cone

All of the above

A and c only

Light Transduction + Receptive Field

Explore the mechanisms of light transduction and receptive fields in this engaging quiz. Understand what makes photoreceptors unique, the behavior of rods and cones, and how photoreceptors operate in different lighting...

Questions: 12 | Attempts: 103 | Last updated: Jan 24, 2024

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What makes photoreceptors unique?

Only have membrane potential changes

Hyperpolarize when excited

Decrease NT release when excited

2 of the above

All of the above

Recent Quizzes

Quiz 1 explores the sensory systems, focusing on olfactory glands, olfactory pathways, taste buds, and the lacrimal and vascular tunic of the eye. It assesses understanding of sensory functions and neural pathways, relevant for...

Questions: 25 | Attempts: 252 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

Sample Question
Olfactory glands

Contain neural receptors for the sense of smell

Form structures called olfactory bulbs

Form the basement membrane of the olfactory epithelium

Produce a pigmented mucus that covers the olfactory epithelium

Are sensitive to aromatic molecules in the air

Pain And Temperature Sensation

Pain and Temperature Sensation

The human body is a very delicate . It reacts very fast to pain and difference in temperatures, the question arises on why it does. The quiz below tests more on pain and temperature sensation.

Questions: 11 | Attempts: 596 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2023

Sample Question
Nociceptors (pain receptors) include what type of nerves?

Group I

Group II

Group III

Group IV

More than one of the above

Science Form 2 Chapter 1 Revision

SCIENCE FORM 2 CHAPTER 1 REVISION

This quiz titled 'SCIENCE FORM 2 CHAPTER 1 REVISION' assesses knowledge on human sensory systems, focusing on vision and olfaction. It tests understanding of the olfactory canal, taste buds, lens adjustment in eyesight, and...

Questions: 5 | Attempts: 5016 | Last updated: Jun 10, 2024

Sample Question
WHERE IS THE OLFACTORY CANAL LOCATED?

IN THE NOSE

IN THE MOUTH

IN THE EAR

INSIDE THE BODY

Form 2 Science Chapter 1 (The 5 Sensory Organs)(Skin And Nose)

form 2 science chapter 1 (the 5 sensory organs)(skin and nose)

Just try your best to do it.. shows how much u understand.. pls try nt to see books.

Questions: 6 | Attempts: 660 | Last updated: Mar 25, 2025

Sample Question
How many sensory organ do we have?

4

6

3

5

Trivia Questions On Senses! Quiz

Trivia Questions on Senses! Quiz

Trivia questions on senses quiz. Humans are able to see, smell, hear, taste, and touch or feel thanks to a set of sense organs designed to ensure this is possible. The organs include the eyes, ears, nose, skin and hands. Do you...

Questions: 20 | Attempts: 394 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2023

Sample Question
An interpretation of impulses reaching sensory areas of the cerebral cortex.

Projection

Sensations

Cones

Refered pain

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