Development of Special Sense Organs MCQ Quiz | Embryology

Quiz Introduction

Welcome to the Embryology quiz on the Development of Special Sense Organs, designed specifically for MBBS students. This quiz will test your understanding of the intricate processes that form the eye, ear, and olfactory systems. You’ll encounter 25 multiple-choice questions covering key topics such as the derivatives of germ layers, the formation of the optic cup and lens placode, the development of the inner, middle, and external ear, and the origins of sensory ganglia. This is an excellent tool for self-assessment and revision before your exams. After submitting your answers, you’ll receive your score and see the correct responses highlighted. You can also download a complete list of all questions and their correct answers in PDF format for offline study.

1. The lens of the eye is derived from which of the following embryonic structures?

2. The optic vesicle and the subsequent optic cup are outgrowths of which part of the developing brain?

3. The pigmented layer of the retina develops from which structure?

4. Failure of the choroid fissure (retinal fissure) to close properly results in a condition known as:

5. The sclera and choroid of the eye are primarily derived from:

6. The membranous labyrinth of the inner ear, including the cochlear duct and semicircular canals, develops from the:

7. The malleus and incus, two of the middle ear ossicles, are derived from the cartilage of which pharyngeal arch?

8. The stapes bone of the middle ear is derived from the cartilage of which pharyngeal arch?

9. The auditory tube (Eustachian tube) and the middle ear cavity are formed from the:

10. The external auditory meatus develops from which embryonic structure?

11. The olfactory epithelium is derived from which primary germ layer?

12. The fusion of the medial nasal prominences gives rise to which of the following facial structures?

13. The mucosa of the anterior two-thirds of the tongue is derived from which pharyngeal arch?

14. The intrinsic and extrinsic muscles of the tongue are derived from:

15. Taste sensation from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue is carried by which cranial nerve?

16. The sphincter and dilator pupillae muscles of the iris are unique because they are derived from:

17. The hyaloid artery, which supplies the developing lens, normally regresses. Its distal part persists in the adult as the:

18. Congenital aniridia (absence of the iris) is most commonly associated with a mutation in which gene?

19. The corneal epithelium is derived from _______, while the corneal endothelium and stroma are derived from _______.

20. The tympanic membrane (eardrum) is a three-layered structure. Its external layer is derived from:

21. The spiral organ of Corti, the sensory organ for hearing, develops within the:

22. The primary palate is formed by the merging of the:

23. General sensation (touch, pain, temperature) from the anterior two-thirds of the tongue is supplied by which nerve?

24. The posterior one-third of the tongue’s mucosa, including taste and general sensation, is derived from which pharyngeal arch?

25. Aqueous humor is secreted by which structure in the eye?