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Little Einstein Human Body Week 8

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  • Where does the auditory nerve send the signals to?
    The auditory nerve sends signals to the brain.
  • What are papillae?
    Tiny bumps which hold taste buds that cover your tongue.
  • What is behind the eardrum?
    There are three tiny bones behind the eardrum.
  • What is the special patch in your nose covered with?
    It is covered in small receptors that pick up different smells.
  • What is your skin full of?
    Your skin is full of nerve endings that can feel pressure, temperature, texture, and pain.
  • What happens when something makes a sound?
    It sends vibrations through the air.
  • Name the five senses.
    We have five main senses: sight, hearing, smell, taste, touch.
  • What is the cochlea's job?
    The cochlea's job is to turn vibrations into signals.
  • What are the 5 main tastes?
    Sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami (savory)
  • Why are our senses important?
    Our senses keep us safe, help us learn, and let us enjoy things.
  • What are the light-sensing cells in the retina called?
    They are called rods and dims.