Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

15. The Special Senses

Introduction to Special Senses

Anatomy & Physiology

15. The Special Senses

Introduction to Special Senses

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What is the fovea centralis in the structure of the eyeball?

The colored part of the eye that controls light entry

A small depression in the retina where visual acuity is highest

The area where the optic nerve exits the eye

A fluid-filled chamber between the cornea and the lens

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Begin by understanding the anatomy of the eye. The eyeball consists of several key structures including the cornea, lens, retina, and optic nerve.

Focus on the retina, which is the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye. It plays a crucial role in processing visual information.

Identify the fovea centralis within the retina. It is a small depression located in the center of the macula, which is part of the retina.

Recognize the function of the fovea centralis. It is responsible for sharp central vision and is the area where visual acuity is highest due to the high concentration of cone cells.

Differentiate the fovea centralis from other parts of the eye, such as the iris (colored part controlling light entry) and the optic disc (where the optic nerve exits the eye), to understand its unique role in vision.