The Nervous System
Name the two nervous systems
Central and Peripheral nervous systems
The brain is divided into how many hemispheres and what are they called?
Two hemispheres: Left hemisphere and Right hemisphere
What do you call the biological transmission of genetic traits to offspring.
Heredity
Name the parts of a neuron
What is the main function of the dendrites?
Receive signals from other neurons
What are the Three Major Divisions of the Brain.
Forebrain, midbrain, hindbrain
What is an organ that secretes hormones into the bloodstream?
Gland
What is a chemical messenger circulating in the bloodstream.
Hormone
Which peripheral division controls automatic body functions such as heart rate, breathing, and digestion?
Autonomic system
Name 2 ways to study the brain.
accidents, stimulation, EEG waves, modern scans
What is a section of DNA that carries information passed from parents to children
Gene
What are the parts of the Central Nervous System?
The brain and spinal cord
What is the synapse?
Junction between neurons where impulses are transmitted
Which structure connects the two hemispheres of the brain?
The corpus callosum
Name 2 studies for investigating Heredity
Twin studies, adoptee studies, twins reared apart
What is the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems?
Sympathetic System: Prepares the body for stressful situations by increasing heart rate and alertness.
Parasympathetic System: Helps the body relax, conserve energy, and recover.
Which neurotransmitter is involved in muscle control and is used by motor neurons of the spinal cord?
Acetylcholine
Which area of the brain formulates speech production (helps you speak)?
Broca's area
In simple words what is the debate Nature vs Nurture about?
Psychologists historically debated whether human behavior is determined by nature (heredity) or nurture (environment and culture).
The Cerebral Cortex: Name the areas that control sensory and motor functions.
Sensory areas, Motor cortex, Association areas and Language abilities