Which of the following is NOT an accurate statement about tears?

Carry nutrients to the structures of the eye.

Tooth decay occurs when

bacteria in plaque produce acids that destroy tooth enamel.

outer, thinner layer of skin composed of living/dead cells

make images appear foggy or blurry.

dead skin cells shed as sticky, white flakes from the scalp

3 small bones, connects eardrum to the inner ear

light-sensitive membrane, changes light to nerve impulses

inflammation of the periodontal structures

secrete sweat through ducts to pores on skin's surface

What is the function of perspiration?

to cool your body as the perspiration evaporates

Inner ear: Cochlea, vestibule, and semi-curcular canals

substance formed when plaque hardens

transparent tissue that bends and focuses light

structure that surrounds the root of a hair.

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Ch. 14 Quiz Bowl: Skin, Teeth, Eyes and Ears

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Ch. 14 Personal Care and Healthy Behaviors. Glencoe Health Textbook 2005 Edition

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1
Halitosis can have several causes; smoking, tooth decay, and bacteria on the tongue.
False
True
2
Which of the following is NOT an accurate statement about tears?
Contain substances that protects the eye against infection
The clear foreign particles from the eye.
Carry nutrients to the structures of the eye.
Are secreted from the lacrimal gland.
3
Tooth decay occurs when
bacteria drill into weak areas of the tooth enamel.
acid destroys plaque, exposing tooth enamel.
a buildup of plague eats away tooth enamel.
bacteria in plaque produce acids that destroy tooth enamel.
4
Eating foods rich in phosphorus, vitamin C and calcium will strengthen teeth and gums.
False
True
5
Bright flashes of light and blurred vision can signal a detached retina.
False
True
6
The middle ear contains structures that help you keep your balance.
True
False
7
What forms when a hair follicle becomes infected with bacteria?
dandruff
a boil
acne
a wart
8
The retina contains light-sensitive rods and cones.
True
False
9
When you get a tattoo, you run the risk of contracting.
Boils
Vitiligo
Cancer
Hepatitis C
10
Epidermis
outer, thinner layer of skin composed of living/dead cells
structure that surrounds the root of a hair
middle layer of skin, contains majority of skin's structures
inflammation of periodontal structures
11
Cataracts
stem from a malfunction of the macula.
can be corrected with glasses.
make images appear foggy or blurry.
are caused by a damaged retina.
12
Dandruff
inflammation of the periodontal structures
dead skin cells shed as sticky, white flakes from the scalp
structure that surrounds the root of a hair
outer, thinner layer of skin composed of living/dead skin
13
Auditory ossicles
structure of the labyrinth
structure of the outer ear
3 small bones, connects eardrum to the inner ear
sensory receptors of the ear
14
Retina
water like fluid that provides nourishment to the eye
gland that secretes tears to help protect the eyes
the inner ear
light-sensitive membrane, changes light to nerve impulses
15
The main function of sebum is to waterproof the skin.
False
True
16
Dark-skinned people need to take more precaution against UV radiation than fair-skinned people.
False
True
17
Moles are spots on the skin that contain extra
dermis
sebum
sebaceous glands
melanin
18
Habitually listening to loud music can eventually lead to permanent hearing loss.
True
False
19
Periodontal disease
outer, thinner layer of skin w/ living and dead cells
three bones linked together that connect eardrum w inner ear
inflammation of the periodontal structures
substance formed when plaque hardens
20
Wax buildup can cause sensorineural hearing loss.
Flase
True
21
The vitreous humor
protects the inner layers of the eye
contributes to the production of tears
helps the eye keep its shape
focuses images on the retina
22
Sweat glands
clear tissue, bends/focuses light before entering the lens
substance formed when plaque hardens
secrete sweat through ducts to pores on skin's surface
light-sensitive membrane on which light images are cast
23
In the condition called tinnitus, sound waves fail to reach the inner ear.
False
True
24
What is the function of perspiration?
to cool your body as the perspiration evaporates
To block ultraviolet rays
to wash away pathogens
To flush out pores
25
What happens when the eye focuses on objects that are near?
The sclera thickens
The lens curves
The pupil dilates
The lens flattens
26
Labyrinth
Hammer, anvil, stirrup
Sensory receptors
Outer ear: pinna, lobe, external auditory canal
Inner ear: Cochlea, vestibule, and semi-curcular canals
27
Tarter
yellow substance, result from chemical digestion
bacteria on the tongue
substance formed when plaque hardens
cavity of the tooth that contains nerves and blood vessels
28
Which condition leads to permanent loss of vision?
astigmatism
myopia
strabismus
macular degeneration
29
Cornea
transparent tissue that bends and focuses light
light sensitive membrane on which light is cast
3 small bones linked together, connects eardrum & inner ear
allows the appropriate amount of light to enter sclera
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Hair follicle
dead skin cells shed as white, sticky flakes from the scalp
inflammation of the periodontal structures
secrete sweat through ducts to pores to skin's surface
structure that surrounds the root of a hair.

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