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12 Cards in this Set
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Synapse (S and F) |
S: a small gap between the sending neuron (presynaptic membrane) and the receiving neuron (postsynaptic membrane) F: transmission is accomplished across this gap by a neurotransmitter |
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Neurotransmitter (S and F) |
S: chemicals
F: convey signals across synapse |
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Diencephalon (S and F) |
S: area just above the brain stem F: 1. relay center for sensory sensory information and motor responses 2. startle reflexes |
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Cerebellum (S and F) |
S: at base of skull behind brain stem F: 1. receives input about the current position of the body 2. maintains posture, balance, muscle tone, proprioception voluntary movement 3. new motor skills |
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Cerebrum (S and F) |
S: hemispheres and and cortex F: learning, remembering, planning, logic, and skills |
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Cortex (S and F) |
S: the outer 2-4 mm, composed of gray matter F: sensations, voluntary movements and thought |
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Hemispheres (S and F) |
S: both made of white matter F: Right - analyses sensory input, recognizes faces, and functions in spacial relationships F: Left - includes general language interpretation and speech, controls writing and speaking, categorizes items and makes logical decisions |
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What 4 lobes make up the hemispheres of the brain? |
1. frontal 2. temporal 3. parietal 4. occipital |
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Primary Lobe |
primary motor area and conscious thought |
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Temporal Lobe |
primary auditory, smell, and speech area |
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Parietal Lobe |
primary somatosensory and taste area |
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Occipital Lobe |
primary visual area |
