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Pupil- small, round, black opening in the middle of the front of the
eye, light enters through the pupil.
Lens- part of the eye that is behind the iris that focuses the eye
on the retina.
Retina- light sensitive area at the back of the eye that sends light
signals to the brain.
Nerve Endings- the part of the nerve that has the sensory
receptors.
Sensitivity- the ability to react to senses.
Membrane- a body tissue.
Taste Buds- sensory organs that are found on your tongue and
allow you to experience tastes that are sweet, salty, sour and
bitter.
Papillae- bumps on the tongue that contain taste buds
Olfactory Receptors- send messages to brain and contain special
cells that help you smell.