Exam 2: The Biological Perspective

Which part of a neuron is attached to the soma and carries messages out to other cells?

After removal of a tumor from the LEFT side of her brain, Liv recovered well. However, some of her former abilities are now limited. Which of the following abilities are most likely affected?

The __________ system is made up of glands that release hormones into the bloodstream.

Which of the following are functions of the right hemisphere?

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 __________.

The part of the occipital lobe that is responsible for receiving visual information from the eyes is called the __________.

Voluntary muscles are controlled by the __________ nervous system.

A specialized cell that makes up the nervous system that receives and sends messages within that system is called a __________.

The subdivision of the peripheral nervous system that consists of nerves that control all of the involuntary muscles, organs, and glands is called the __________ nervous system.

Because they have similar chemical structures, morphine and heroin are able to lock into receptor sites for __________.

If you were to develop a rare condition in which you were not able to remember to be afraid of certain situations, animals, or events, which part of the brain would most likely be damaged?

__________ plays a critical role as a neurotransmitter that stimulates skeletal muscles to contract.

An auto accident rendered Nathan's nervous system unable to send messages for him to breathe, so he is on a respirator. Which brain structure was damaged in the accident?

As Li Min is walking across campus, a car swerves toward her. Her heart races and sweat breaks out as she jumps out of harm's way. This mobilization of energy is due to the action of Li Min's __________ nervous system.

As she walks out of the kitchen, Millie turns out the light. In this example, Millie's __________ nervous system is active.

List three main parts of the human neuron and explain the role each plays in the transmission of neural communication.

During a resting potential, the neuron is positively charged inside and negatively charged outside.

The neural impulse traveling down the axon is __________; it gets across the synapse by __________.

Which hemisphere of the cerebral cortex is dominant in spatial tasks and concept formation?

Which of the following are responsible for acting as a facilitator of communication between neurons?