Exam 2: Biological Perspective

The fluid-filled space between the synaptic knob of one cell and the dendrites of the next cell is called the ___________.

The structures of the limbic system play an important role in ________________ and _________________.

The branch of the autonomic nervous system that restores the body to normal functioning after arousal and is responsible for day-to-day functioning of the organs and glands is called the_________________.

Denise just received the results of a complete physical that found her body is not producing enough insulin.Which of the following endocrine glands is affecting her body's ability to produce insulin?

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 of the following is a likely effect of damage to the hypothalamus?

Which structure is like a locked door that only certain neurotransmitter keys can unlock?

Which of the following is a machine designed to record the brain wave patterns produced by electrical activity of the surface of the brain?

If a person is described as "punch-drunk," then it is quite likely that he or she is ________.

What is the term used to describe the bulbs located at the end of the axon?

Voluntary muscles are controlled by the ________nervous system.

A group of axons bundled together coated in myelin that travels together through the body is called a ______.

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

Jennifer has been diagnosed with spinocerebellar degeneration.The first stage of the disease involve tremors and unsteady gate.In the later stages,she will be unable to stand,walk,and will be uncoordinated in her movements.This disease affects the ______ part of the brain.

Adironke has recently been diagnosed with Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.Her psychiatrist tells her that there are several different brain areas that might contribute to her various symptoms.Which of the following would the psychiatrist be unlikely to name as an involved brain structure?

A synapse is like a locked door that only certain neurotransmitter keys can unlock.

The _______________ is a structure in the brain stem responsible for life-sustaining functions,such as breathing and heart rate.

As she walks out of the living room,Gloriann turns out the light.In this example,Gloriann's __________________ is active.

The outermost part of the brain that is made up of tightly packed neurons and is only a tenth of an inch thick is called the ________.

Endorphins are ______.