In the mammalian eye, the ‘fovea’ is the center of the visual field, where?
1. high density of cones occur, but has no rods
2. the optic nerve leaves the eye
3. only rods are present
4. more rods than cones are found
Parts A, B, C and D of the human eye are shown in the diagram. Select the option which gives correct identification along with its functions/characteristics:
| 1. | B-blind spot has only a few rods and cones |
| 2. | C-aqueous chamber reflects the light which does not pass through the lens |
| 3. | D-choroid- its anterior part forms the ciliary body |
| 4. | A-retina - contains photoreceptors rods and cones |
Given below is a diagrammatic cross-section of a single loop of human cochlea.
| 1. | B: Tectorial membrane C: Perilymph D: Secretory cells |
| 2. | C: Endolymph D: Sensory hair cells A: Serum |
| 3. | D: Sensory hair cells A: Endolymph B: Tectorial membrane |
| 4. | A: Perilymph B: Tectorial membrane C: Endolymph |
Which of the following statements is correct?
| 1. | Cornea consists of dense matrix of collagen and is the most sensitive portion of the eye. |
| 2. | Cornea is an external, transparent and protective proteinaceous ring of the eyeball |
| 3. | Cornea consists of dense connective tissue of elastin and can repair itself |
| 4. | The Cornea is convex, transparent layer which is highly vascularised |
In a man, the abducens nerve is injured. Which one of the following functions will be affected?
1. Swallowing
2. Movement of the eyeball
3. Movement of the neck
4. Movement of the tongue