Anatomie Flashcards
(25 cards)
What is the main function of the nervous system?
To transmit signals between different parts of the body.
True or False: The nervous system is divided into the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system.
True
Fill in the blank: The basic unit of the nervous system is the _________.
Neuron
What is the role of neurotransmitters in the nervous system?
To transmit signals between neurons.
Which part of the brain is responsible for coordinating movement and balance?
Cerebellum
What is the fight or flight response controlled by?
Sympathetic nervous system
True or False: The brain and spinal cord make up the central nervous system.
True
What is the function of the myelin sheath in neurons?
To insulate and speed up the transmission of electrical impulses.
Which division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for rest and digest functions?
Parasympathetic nervous system
What is the main function of the spinal cord?
To transmit signals between the brain and the rest of the body.
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with feelings of pleasure and reward?
Dopamine
What is the role of the hypothalamus in the brain?
Regulating body temperature, hunger, and thirst.
True or False: Neurons can regenerate if they are damaged.
False
What is the function of the somatic nervous system?
To control voluntary movements and reflexes.
Which part of the brain is responsible for processing sensory information?
Thalamus
Fill in the blank: The space between two neurons where neurotransmitters are released is called the _________.
Synapse
What is the role of the medulla oblongata in the brainstem?
Controlling vital functions like breathing and heart rate.
True or False: The peripheral nervous system includes all nerves outside of the brain and spinal cord.
True
What is the function of the frontal lobe in the brain?
Responsible for decision making, problem solving, and emotions.
Which part of the brain is responsible for processing memories?
Hippocampus
Fill in the blank: The _________ nervous system controls involuntary functions like heartbeat and digestion.
Autonomic
What is the role of the amygdala in the brain?
Processing emotions and triggering the fight or flight response.
True or False: The cerebrum is the largest part of the brain and is responsible for higher brain functions.
True
What is the function of the occipital lobe in the brain?
Responsible for processing visual information.
