Question 1

Synaptic boutons are

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A)  found within synaptic vesicles. 
B)  protrusions occurring along the length of dendrites. 
C)  swellings found at axon terminals. 
D)  specialized synapses occurring on muscles. 
A)  found within synaptic vesicles. 
B)  protrusions occurring along the length of dendrites. 
C)  swellings found at axon terminals. 
D)  specialized synapses occurring on muscles.

Question 2

Write a coherent and informative paragraph incorporating each of the following terms or concepts: cerebral cortex; lobes; layers; columns; corpus callosum.

Accepted Answer

The cerebral cortex is the outer layer o

Question 3

Write a coherent and informative paragraph incorporating each of the following terms or concepts: dendrite; dendritic spines; cell body; axon; axon hillock.

Accepted Answer

Dendrites are the primary receiving site

Question 4

The "giant" axons of some invertebrate animals can have diameters as large as

Accepted Answer

A)  20 F1F1F1S1F1F1F10m. 
B)  1 mm. 
C)  500 F1F1F1S1F1F1F10m. 
D)  20 nm. 
A)  20 F1F1F1S1F1F1F10m. 
B)  1 mm. 
C)  500 F1F1F1S1F1F1F10m. 
D)  20 nm.

Question 5

The neuron doctrine

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A)  was confirmed using electron microscopy. 
B)  proposed the existence of synaptic contacts between neurons. 
C)  stemmed from the work of the great neuroanatomist Ramón y Cajal. 
D)  All of the above 
A)  was confirmed using electron microscopy. 
B)  proposed the existence of synaptic contacts between neurons. 
C)  stemmed from the work of the great neuroanatomist Ramón y Cajal. 
D)  All of the above

Question 6

Which statement about dendritic spines is true?

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A)  Alzheimer's disease is associated with a pathological change in dendritic spines. 
B)  Dendritic spines are outgrowths on the surface of dendrites that are modified by experience. 
C)  Dendritic spines are neuronal structures found along the axon. 
D)  Only the structure of dendritic spines can be altered by experience. 
A)  Alzheimer's disease is associated with a pathological change in dendritic spines. 
B)  Dendritic spines are outgrowths on the surface of dendrites that are modified by experience. 
C)  Dendritic spines are neuronal structures found along the axon. 
D)  Only the structure of dendritic spines can be altered by experience.

Question 7

Within the midbrain, the _______ receive auditory (sound) information.

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The answer of Within the midbrain, the _______ receive auditory...

Question 8

The electrical impulse that stimulates neurotransmitter release, thereby transmitting information to other neurons, arises in the

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A)  dendrites. 
B)  axon hillock. 
C)  axon. 
D)  dendritic spine. 
A)  dendrites. 
B)  axon hillock. 
C)  axon. 
D)  dendritic spine.

Question 9

What is axonal transport, and how is it important to the functioning of neurons? Describe the key components of the neuron that are involved in axonal transport, and the speeds at which they operate.

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Axonal transport is the process by which

Question 10

In which way(s) are dendrites and axons similar?

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A)  Both are characterized by branching. 
B)  They have similar lengths. 
C)  Both exhibit a tapering of diameter with increasing distance from the cell body. 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Both are characterized by branching. 
B)  They have similar lengths. 
C)  Both exhibit a tapering of diameter with increasing distance from the cell body. 
D)  All of the above

Question 11

Summarize the ways in which one brain region may be distinguished from another. In your answer, take several perspectives, including those of gross anatomy, cellular anatomy, and functional anatomy.

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From a gross anatomy perspective, one br

Question 12

Refer to the figure.
   Match each letter label (a-e) on the spinal cord section to the anatomical label (1-5).
-_____ e.
1. Dorsal roots (sensory)
2. Dorsal root ganglion
3. Ventral roots (motor)
4. Gray matter
5. White matter

Accepted Answer

The answer of Refer to the figure.
   Match...

Question 13

The most prominent type of neuron of the cerebral cortex-the pyramidal neuron-features an apical dendrite that extends toward the outer surface of the cortex, and _______ dendrites that spread out horizontally from the cell body.

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The answer of The most prominent type of neuron of...

Question 14

The ventricular system contains

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A)  the circle of Willis. 
B)  blood. 
C)  cerebrospinal fluid. 
D)  the meninges. 
A)  the circle of Willis. 
B)  blood. 
C)  cerebrospinal fluid. 
D)  the meninges.

Question 15

The ventral roots of the spinal cord carry

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A)  motor information to muscles. 
B)  sensory information from muscles and skin. 
C)  both motor and sensory information. 
D)  pain information. 
A)  motor information to muscles. 
B)  sensory information from muscles and skin. 
C)  both motor and sensory information. 
D)  pain information.

Question 16

In the disease multiple sclerosis, myelin in the brain is lost. Which cells are responsible for myelination in the brain?

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A)  Oligodendrocytes 
B)  Schwann cells 
C)  Astrocytes 
D)  Both a and b 
A)  Oligodendrocytes 
B)  Schwann cells 
C)  Astrocytes 
D)  Both a and b

Question 17

Refer to the figure.
  The plane labeled A is called the _______ plane, the plane labeled B is the _______, and the plane marked C is the _______.

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A)  dorsal; sagittal; posterior 
B)  sagittal; ipsilateral; coronal 
C)  horizontal; sagittal; coronal 
D)  coronal; horizontal; sagittal 
A)  dorsal; sagittal; posterior 
B)  sagittal; ipsilateral; coronal 
C)  horizontal; sagittal; coronal 
D)  coronal; horizontal; sagittal

Question 18

How many distinct layers are observed in the human neocortex?

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A)  One 
B)  Three 
C)  Six 
D)  About one-million 
A)  One 
B)  Three 
C)  Six 
D)  About one-million

Question 19

Matching
-Immunohistochemistry _____

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A)  Labels intracellular proteins 
B)  Labels cell bodies 
C)  Labels entire neuron, including cell processes 
D)  Labels neurons with active gene of interest 
E)  Sensory information
F) Cardiac control
G) Motor coordination
H) Hunger control
I) Emotion
J) Sensory/motor systems of head 
A)  Labels intracellular proteins 
B)  Labels cell bodies 
C)  Labels entire neuron, including cell processes 
D)  Labels neurons with active gene of interest 
E)  Sensory information
F) Cardiac control
G) Motor coordination
H) Hunger control
I) Emotion
J) Sensory/motor systems of head

Question 20

Refer to the photo.
  The procedure depicted here is most likely

Accepted Answer

A)  transcranial magnetic stimulation. 
B)  DTI tractography. 
C)  dyadic functional MRI. 
D)  angiography. 
A)  transcranial magnetic stimulation. 
B)  DTI tractography. 
C)  dyadic functional MRI. 
D)  angiography.

Synaptic boutons are

Write a coherent and informative paragraph incorporating each of the following terms or concepts: cerebral cortex; lobes; layers; columns; corpus callosum.

Write a coherent and informative paragraph incorporating each of the following terms or concepts: dendrite; dendritic spines; cell body; axon; axon hillock.

The "giant" axons of some invertebrate animals can have diameters as large as

The neuron doctrine

Which statement about dendritic spines is true?

Within the midbrain, the _______ receive auditory (sound) information.

The electrical impulse that stimulates neurotransmitter release, thereby transmitting information to other neurons, arises in the

What is axonal transport, and how is it important to the functioning of neurons? Describe the key components of the neuron that are involved in axonal transport, and the speeds at which they operate.

In which way(s) are dendrites and axons similar?

Summarize the ways in which one brain region may be distinguished from another. In your answer, take several perspectives, including those of gross anatomy, cellular anatomy, and functional anatomy.

Refer to the figure. Match each letter label (a-e) on the spinal cord section to the anatomical label (1-5). -_____ e. 1. Dorsal roots (sensory) 2. Dorsal root ganglion 3. Ventral roots (motor) 4. Gray matter 5. White matter

The most prominent type of neuron of the cerebral cortex-the pyramidal neuron-features an apical dendrite that extends toward the outer surface of the cortex, and _______ dendrites that spread out horizontally from the cell body.

The ventricular system contains

The ventral roots of the spinal cord carry

In the disease multiple sclerosis, myelin in the brain is lost. Which cells are responsible for myelination in the brain?

Refer to the figure. The plane labeled A is called the ___ plane, the plane labeled B is the _, and the plane marked C is the _____.

How many distinct layers are observed in the human neocortex?

Matching -Immunohistochemistry _____

Refer to the photo. The procedure depicted here is most likely

Behavioral Neuroscience Scope and Outlook

Neurophysiology: The Generation, Transmission, and Integration of Neural Signals

The Chemistry of Behavior: Neurotransmitters and Neuropharmacology

Hormones and the Brain

Evolution of the Brain and Behavior

Life-Span Development of the Brain and Behavior

General Principles of Sensory Processing, Touch, and Pain

Hearing, Balance, Taste, and Smell

Vision: From Eye to Brain

Motor Control and Plasticity

Sex: Evolutionary, Hormonal, and Neural Bases

Homeostasis: Active Regulation of the Internal Environment

Biological Rhythms, Sleep, and Dreaming

Emotions, Aggression, and Stress

Psychopathology: Biological Basis of Behavioral Disorders

Learning and Memory

Attention and Higher Cognition

Language and Lateralization

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Exam 2: Functional Neuroanatomy: The Cells and Structures of the Nervous System

Synaptic boutons are

Write a coherent and informative paragraph incorporating each of the following terms or concepts: cerebral cortex; lobes; layers; columns; corpus callosum.

Write a coherent and informative paragraph incorporating each of the following terms or concepts: dendrite; dendritic spines; cell body; axon; axon hillock.

The "giant" axons of some invertebrate animals can have diameters as large as

The neuron doctrine

Which statement about dendritic spines is true?

Within the midbrain, the _______ receive auditory (sound) information.

The electrical impulse that stimulates neurotransmitter release, thereby transmitting information to other neurons, arises in the

What is axonal transport, and how is it important to the functioning of neurons? Describe the key components of the neuron that are involved in axonal transport, and the speeds at which they operate.

In which way(s) are dendrites and axons similar?

Summarize the ways in which one brain region may be distinguished from another. In your answer, take several perspectives, including those of gross anatomy, cellular anatomy, and functional anatomy.

Refer to the figure. Match each letter label (a-e) on the spinal cord section to the anatomical label (1-5). -_____ e. 1. Dorsal roots (sensory) 2. Dorsal root ganglion 3. Ventral roots (motor) 4. Gray matter 5. White matter

The most prominent type of neuron of the cerebral cortex-the pyramidal neuron-features an apical dendrite that extends toward the outer surface of the cortex, and _______ dendrites that spread out horizontally from the cell body.

The ventricular system contains

The ventral roots of the spinal cord carry

In the disease multiple sclerosis, myelin in the brain is lost. Which cells are responsible for myelination in the brain?

Refer to the figure. The plane labeled A is called the _______ plane, the plane labeled B is the _______, and the plane marked C is the _______.

How many distinct layers are observed in the human neocortex?

Matching -Immunohistochemistry _____

Refer to the photo. The procedure depicted here is most likely

Behavioral Neuroscience Scope and Outlook

Neurophysiology: The Generation, Transmission, and Integration of Neural Signals

The Chemistry of Behavior: Neurotransmitters and Neuropharmacology

Hormones and the Brain

Evolution of the Brain and Behavior

Life-Span Development of the Brain and Behavior

General Principles of Sensory Processing, Touch, and Pain

Hearing, Balance, Taste, and Smell

Vision: From Eye to Brain

Motor Control and Plasticity

Sex: Evolutionary, Hormonal, and Neural Bases

Homeostasis: Active Regulation of the Internal Environment

Biological Rhythms, Sleep, and Dreaming

Emotions, Aggression, and Stress

Psychopathology: Biological Basis of Behavioral Disorders

Learning and Memory

Attention and Higher Cognition

Language and Lateralization

Filters

Refer to the figure. The plane labeled A is called the ___ plane, the plane labeled B is the _, and the plane marked C is the _____.