Intro to Psychology Chapter 2 Brain Functions
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- Q1One of two types of cells in the nervous system; the nerve cells that handle the information-processing function.neurons30s
- Q2Cells in the nervous system that provide support, nutritional benefits, and other functions that keep neurons running smoothly.glial cells30s
- Q3The part of the neuron that contains the nucleus, which directs the manufacture of substances that the neuron needs for growth and maintenance.cell body30s
- Q4Treelike fibers projecting from a neuron, which receive information and orient it toward the neuron's cell body.dendrites30s
- Q5The part of the neuron that carries information away from the cell body toward other cells.axon30s
- Q6A layer of fat cells that encases and insulates most axons.myelin sheath30s
- Q7Tiny spaces between neurons.synapses, synaptic gap30s
- Q8Chemical substances that are stored in very tiny sacs within the terminal buttons and involved in transmitting information across a synaptic gap to the next neuron.neurotransmitters30s
- Q9Begins where the spinal cord enters the skull. This structure controls many vital functions, such as breathing and heart rate. It also regulates our reflexes.medulla30s
- Q10Extends from the rear of the hindbrain, just above the medulla. It consists of two rounded structures thought to play important roles in motor coordination.cerebellum30s
- Q11A bridge in the hindbrain that connects the cerebellum and the brain stem. It contains several clusters of fibers involved in sleep and arousal.pons30s
- Q12The stemlike brain area that includes much of the hindbrain (excluding the cerebellum) and the midbrain; connects with the spinal cord at its lower end and then extends upward to encase the reticular formation in the midbrain.brain stem30s
- Q13A collection of neurons involved in stereotyped patterns of behavior such as walking, sleeping, and turning to attend to a sudden noise.reticular formation30s
- Q14A loosely connected network of structures under the cerebral cortex, important in both memory and emotion. Its two principal structures are the amygdala and the hippocampus.limbic system30s
- Q15An almond shaped structure within the base of the temporal lobe that is involved in the discrimination of objects that are necessary for the organism's survival, such as appropriate food, mates, and social rivals--also for flight, flight, freeze and strong emotions such as fear.amygdala30s