Perception of Stimuli
How many senses do humans have?
5
What are nerve cells called?
Neurons
What are endocrine glands responsible for creating?
Hormones
The skeletal system is made up of the bones and the __________.
Joints
How many muscle shapes are there?
3
Which part of the eye contains the rods and cones?
Retina
Which organ is also known as the encephalon?
The brain
Where is the pituitary gland located?
The cerebrum
Which type of tissue is located inside of bones?
Spongy bone tissue
What type of muscles are the pectoral muscles?
Flat muscles
The olfactory cells are classified as which type of receptors?
Chemoreceptors
What is the space between the neurons called?
The synapse
What controls the feedback mechanism?
Hypothalamus
How many bone shapes are there?
3
What is the layer of connective tissue that surrounds the muscles?
Tendon
In which part of the ear are the auditory hair cells associated with the sense of hearing?
Inner ear
These are concious responses that are coordinated by the encephalon.
Voluntary actions
Which gland stimulates other glands to produce their hormones?
Pituitary gland
What are the ends of long bones called?
Epiphyses
When the muscle receives a nerve impulse does it contract or relax?
Contract
What are the 4 tastes that the taste buds can detect?
Sweet, sour, salty, bitter
What does the somatic nervous system control?
Voluntary movements
Which glands are located on top of the kidneys?
Adrenal glands
What connects the bones in mobile joints?
Ligaments
Which muscle controls the jaw and chewing?
Masseter