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Down: 1) protects opening of auditory canal, directs sounds2) interconnected network of fluid-filled tubes3) separates external ear form middle ear; movement of this membrane causes displacement of auditory ossicles = important in hearing6) attaches to iris; contain ciliary processes which attach to suspensory ligaments8) contains pigments to absorb light9) continuous with temporal bone11) pigmented around pupils; contains muscles that change diameter of pupils12) equalizes pressure on either side of tympanic membrane; if invaded by microorganisms = otis media (middle ear infection)14) spiral shaped bony chamber; cochlear duct contains hair cells within organ of Corti = important in hearing20) transparent outer fibrous layer of eye Across: 4) fluid closely resembling CSF found between bony and membranous labyrinths5) fluid with ion concentrations different from those in typical body fluids; found within membranous labyrinth7) three tiny bones in middle ear; connect tympanic membrane to receptors in inner ear10) passageway ending at eardrum; filled with hairs that trap debris, ceruminous glands secrete wax to slow growth of bacteria 13) central opening of iris; allows light in15) produce lipid rich secretions which prevent palpebrae from sticking together; if becomes infected=sty16) vascular layer separates fibrous and inner layer; contains capillaries which deliver oxygen and nutrients to retina; contains melanocytes17) produces tears to bathe conjunctival surfaces18) attachewhite part of the eye19) mucous membrane covering inner surface of palpebrae and anterior surface of eye; inflammation = conjunctivitis (pink eye)21) drain tears into nasal cavity22) attach to lens and ciliary processes; hold lens in position posterior to iris/pupil23) blinking keeps surface of eye lubricated, removes dust/debris, protects surface of eye
 

 

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