Question

match the terms to their definitions.

1. (lo 8 - 1) referred to as the “white” of the eye
2. (lo 8 - 1) mucous linings of the eye socket and eyelid
3. (lo 8 - 1) ear canal
4. (lo 8 - 1) earwax
5. (lo 8 - 1) primary organ of hearing
6. (lo 8 - 1) gland that produces tears

a. cochlea
b. conjunctiva
c. external auditory meatus
d. cerumen
e. sclera
f. lacrimal

Explanation:

1. The sclera is the tough, white outer layer of the eyeball, which is why it's referred to as the "white" of the eye.
2. The conjunctiva is a mucous membrane that lines the inner surface of the eyelids and the front of the eye socket.
3. The external auditory meatus is the technical term for the ear canal, which is the passage leading from the outer ear to the eardrum.
4. Cerumen is the medical name for earwax, which is produced in the ear canal.
5. The cochlea is a spiral - shaped organ in the inner ear and is the primary organ of hearing as it contains the sensory cells (hair cells) that convert sound vibrations into neural signals.
6. The lacrimal gland is responsible for producing tears, which lubricate and protect the eye.

Answer:

1. e. sclera
2. b. conjunctiva
3. c. external auditory meatus
4. d. cerumen
5. a. cochlea
6. f. lacrimal