UNIT 2: Biological Bases
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25 questions
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Match each part of the neuron to its function. Write the letter next to the appropriate function. (Drag & drop or click the term & where you want to move it)
Match each part of the neuron to its function. Write the letter next to the appropriate function. (Drag & drop or click the term & where you want to move it)
| Draggable item | arrow_right_alt | Corresponding Item |
|---|---|---|
Soma | arrow_right_alt | extension of a neuron through which neural impulses are sent |
Axon Terminal | arrow_right_alt | stores neurotransmitters |
Axon | arrow_right_alt | receives information and conducts impulses toward the cell body |
Dendrite | arrow_right_alt | maintains the cell and keep the neuron functional |
Meylin Sheath | arrow_right_alt | wraps around the axon to protect the nerve fiber from damage and speed up neural messages |
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4
Select the lobe that processes auditory information.
Select the lobe that processes auditory information.
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Select the lobe that is responsible for planning and judgement.
Select the lobe that is responsible for planning and judgement.
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What is the general function of neurons?
What is the general function of neurons?
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Your heart races. You begin to breathe faster. Your pupils enlarge and your appetite is gone. You are alert and ready for action. Your _____________ Nervous System has just been activated.
Your heart races. You begin to breathe faster. Your pupils enlarge and your appetite is gone. You are alert and ready for action. Your _____________ Nervous System has just been activated.
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The all-or-none principle means that
The all-or-none principle means that
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Visual information is processed in the ________________lobes.
Visual information is processed in the ________________lobes.
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Damage to the amygdala would most likely have a negative impact on what?
Damage to the amygdala would most likely have a negative impact on what?
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Also called motor neurons, the _______ send signals from the brain to the muscles.
Also called motor neurons, the _______ send signals from the brain to the muscles.
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Broca’s area is involved in ________.
Broca’s area is involved in ________.
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The imaging test that measures waves of electirical activity to evaluate brain function is called ________.
The imaging test that measures waves of electirical activity to evaluate brain function is called ________.
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Split-brain operations may be performed as a last resort to control the effects of ___________.
Split-brain operations may be performed as a last resort to control the effects of ___________.
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In which sleep stage, does your body temperature drop and your heart rate slows?
In which sleep stage, does your body temperature drop and your heart rate slows?
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Which neurotransimitter works directly with mood and hunger, sleep?
Which neurotransimitter works directly with mood and hunger, sleep?
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What neurotransmitter is your body's natural pain killer?
What neurotransmitter is your body's natural pain killer?
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Which nervous system is responsible for calming you down following a stressful moment?
Which nervous system is responsible for calming you down following a stressful moment?
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4
What brain imaging device uses a radioactive glucose to better highlight the parts of the brain that are in action during a task?
What brain imaging device uses a radioactive glucose to better highlight the parts of the brain that are in action during a task?
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What part of the brain connects the two hemispheres of the brain?
What part of the brain connects the two hemispheres of the brain?
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Which are examples of stimulants? Select all that apply
Which are examples of stimulants? Select all that apply
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Which are outcomes of sleep deprivation? Select all that apply
Which are outcomes of sleep deprivation? Select all that apply
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Which lobe is the last to develop?
Which lobe is the last to develop?
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Circadian rhythms respond primarily to what?
Circadian rhythms respond primarily to what?
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Which part of the brain coordinates voluntary movements and balance?
Which part of the brain coordinates voluntary movements and balance?
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A depressant or "downer" is given to people who suffer from depression.
A depressant or "downer" is given to people who suffer from depression.
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A stimulant or "upper" slow down body functions.
A stimulant or "upper" slow down body functions.