Exam 2: The Biological Perspective

The part of the brain located just behind the temples,containing neurons responsible for the sense of hearing and meaningful speech,is called the ________.

Researchers in the field of autism are considering that lack of empathy is related to a faulty mirror system in the brain.

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

When you see someone you have a crush on and your heart pounds,your hands get sweaty,and your cheeks feel hot,your ________ is/are active.

_________ synapses make it more likely that a neuron will send its message to other neurons,whereas ________ synapses make it less likely that a neuron will send its message.

What is the term used to describe the rounded areas on the ends of the axon terminals?

Signals from the neurons of which sense are not sent to the cortex by the thalamus?

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

The part of the neuron whose name literally means "branch" is ________.

Sara has been experiencing a serious memory problem.An interdisciplinary team has ruled out a range of causes and believes that a neurotransmitter is involved.Which neurotransmitter is most likely involved in this problem?

After being bitten by a black widow spider,Jean starts to convulse.This is a result of ________.

The hormone released by the pineal gland that reduces body temperature and prepares you for sleep is ________.

The area at the back of the left temporal lobe that is crucial in the ability to listen,process,and understand what others are saying is ________ area.

The term neurotransmitter refers to ________.

The cortex is divided into two sections referred to as ____________.

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 ________.

Which of the following is true about myelin?

The thyroid gland secretes a hormone called thyroxin.

Which of the following lobes are involved in planning,memory,and personality?

Cameron touches a hot iron and immediately pulls his hand away.His quick response occurs because _______.