Exam 2: The Biological Perspective

The long bundle of neurons that carries messages to and from the body to the brain and is responsible for very fast, lifesaving reflexes is called the ________.

Which part of the neuron carries messages to other cells?

Garfield is having great difficulty controlling his appetite. All he wants to do is eat and no matter how much he eats he is still hungry. His weight is approaching 400 pounds and he still constantly wants to eat. His physician says the problem is due to a disorder in a specific center of the brain. The brain center is most likely the __________.

Which of the following is associated with pain relief?

Research reveals that there is a relationship between prolonged stress and certain diseases of adaptation such as high blood pressure and ulcers.

The nervous system is comprised of two major parts: __________.

The system of cells, organs, and chemicals of the body that responds to attacks from diseases and injuries is called the ________.

Rats that have a damaged _________ will show no fear when placed next to a cat.

Endocrine glands are glands that secrete __________.

It's midnight, and you are alone in your room studying. You hear a loud crash outside your room, and your whole body reacts instantly and furiously. The system that produces these reactions is the ________ system.

The point at which the nerves from the left side of the body cross over into the right side of the brain, and vice versa, is the ______.

What are the two parts of the nervous system that are activated during the general adaptation syndrome? Which part is activated during each of the three stages?

Which of the following techniques analyzes blood oxygen levels to look at the functioning of the brain?

As Joe walks to his car late at night, he hears footsteps behind him. Feeling afraid, Joe grips his keys and quickens his pace. It is likely that Joe's ________ has been activated.

Which one of the following is NOT a function of glial cells?

Which of the following most directly controls bodily reflexes?

Adelaida hears a rattling sound as she hikes through the desert. Her muscles tense and her blood pressure rises. According to Hans Selye, she is in the ________ phase.

Reuptake is ________.

Which of the following is the upper part of the brain consisting of two cerebral hemispheres and the structures that connect them?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the hypothalamus?