Biopsychology

Question 1

What primary function-nervous system?

Answer 1

coordinate & control body’s responses - internal & external stimuli.

Question 2

True or False: The central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The _____ nervous system is responsible for voluntary movements.

Answer 3

somatic

Question 4

What is the role of neurotransmitters in the nervous system?

Answer 4

They transmit signals across synapses between neurons.

Question 5

Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?

Answer 5

Dendrites

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of neuron? A) Sensory B) Motor C) Connector D) Interneuron

Answer 6

C) Connector

Question 7

What is the function of the myelin sheath?

Answer 7

To insulate axons and increase the speed of nerve impulse transmission.

Question 8

True or False: The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary bodily functions.

Answer 8

True

Question 9

What are the two main divisions of the autonomic nervous system?

Answer 9

Sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The _____ lobe of the brain is primarily responsible for processing visual information.

Answer 10

occipital

Question 11

What is the function of the limbic system?

Answer 11

To regulate emotions, memory, and arousal.

Question 12

Multiple Choice: Which brain structure is involved in the regulation of sleep and arousal? A) Cerebellum B) Thalamus C) Brainstem D) Hippocampus

Answer 12

C) Brainstem

Question 13

What is the role of the hypothalamus?

Answer 13

To regulate homeostasis and control the endocrine system.

Question 14

True or False: The spinal cord is part of the peripheral nervous system.

Answer 14

False

Question 15

What is the primary function of the cerebellum?

Answer 15

To coordinate voluntary movements and balance.

Question 16

Fill in the blank: The _____ nervous system prepares the body for fight or flight responses.

Answer 16

sympathetic

Question 17

What is the significance of the blood-brain barrier?

Answer 17

It protects the brain from harmful substances while allowing necessary nutrients to pass.

Question 18

Multiple Choice: Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with mood regulation? A) Dopamine B) Serotonin C) Acetylcholine D) Norepinephrine

Answer 18

B) Serotonin

Question 19

What is the function of glial cells?

Answer 19

To support, nourish, and protect neurons.

Question 20

True or False: The peripheral nervous system includes cranial and spinal nerves.

Answer 20

True

Question 21

What is synaptic plasticity?

Answer 21

The ability of synapses to strengthen or weaken over time, in response to increases or decreases in their activity.

Question 22

Fill in the blank: The _____ cortex is involved in decision-making and impulse control.

Answer 22

prefrontal

Question 23

Which structure in the brain is crucial for forming new memories?

Answer 23

Hippocampus

Question 24

Multiple Choice: What is the primary role of the thalamus? A) To process sensory information B) To control motor functions C) To regulate emotions D) To manage autonomic functions

Answer 24

A) To process sensory information

Question 25

What is the function of the pituitary gland?

Answer 25

To release hormones that regulate various bodily functions and other endocrine glands.

Question 26

True or False: The brain is divided into four main lobes.

Answer 26

True