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| ==Introduction== | | ==Introduction== |
| Olfaction is the sense of smell, which is the ability to perceive and distinguish odours. Most '''mammals''' have a good sense of smell, but most '''birds''' generally do not. The sense of smell is well-developed in '''carnivores''' (predators) and '''ungulates''' (prey). '''Fish''' also have a fairly well-developed sense of smell. Olfactory and gustatory receptors can combine to contribute to flavour. | | Olfaction is the sense of smell, which is the ability to perceive and distinguish odours. Most '''mammals''' have a good sense of smell, but most '''birds''' generally do not. The sense of smell is well-developed in '''carnivores''' (predators) and '''ungulates''' (prey). '''Fish''' also have a fairly well-developed sense of smell. Olfactory and gustatory receptors can combine to contribute to flavour. |
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| '''Middle nasal meatus''': Between the dorsal and ventral conchae, and communicates with the paranasal sinuses. | | '''Middle nasal meatus''': Between the dorsal and ventral conchae, and communicates with the paranasal sinuses. |
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− | '''Ventral nasal meatus''': The main pathway for airflow leading to the pharynx, and is positioned between the ventral nasal concha and the floor of the nasal cavity. | + | '''Ventral nasal meatus''': The main pathway for airflow leading to the [[Pharynx - Anatomy & Physiology|pharynx]], and is positioned between the ventral nasal concha and the floor of the nasal cavity. |
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| '''Common nasal meatus''': The longitudinal space on either side of the nasal septum. | | '''Common nasal meatus''': The longitudinal space on either side of the nasal septum. |
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| ==Links== | | ==Links== |
− | Click here for more information on the [[Nasal Cavity - Anatomy & Physiology|nasal Cavity]]. | + | Click here for more information on the [[Nasal Cavity - Anatomy & Physiology|Nasal Cavity]]. |
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| Click here for more information on [[Diseases of the nasal cavity and sinuses|diseases of the nasal cavity and sinuses]]. | | Click here for more information on [[Diseases of the nasal cavity and sinuses|diseases of the nasal cavity and sinuses]]. |
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| [[Category:Respiratory System - Anatomy & Physiology]] | | [[Category:Respiratory System - Anatomy & Physiology]] |
| [[Category:Special Senses - Anatomy & Physiology]] | | [[Category:Special Senses - Anatomy & Physiology]] |
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