Question 1

Purkinje cells are located in the

Accepted Answer

A)  cerebral cortex. 
B)  cerebellum. 
C)  cervical spinal cord. 
D)  basal ganglia. 
A)  cerebral cortex. 
B)  cerebellum. 
C)  cervical spinal cord. 
D)  basal ganglia.

Question 2

A person suffers a stroke that affects the base of the anterior cerebral artery. This will likely result in reduced blood flow to the

Accepted Answer

A)  medial frontal and parietal lobes. 
B)  occipital lobe. 
C)  lateral temporal lobe. 
D)  lateral frontal and parietal lobes. 
A)  medial frontal and parietal lobes. 
B)  occipital lobe. 
C)  lateral temporal lobe. 
D)  lateral frontal and parietal lobes.

Question 3

Which neuroanatomical method provides an outline of entire neurons, including all of the cell's processes (axons and dendrites)?

Accepted Answer

A)  Nissl stain 
B)  Radioactive glucose stain 
C)  Golgi stain 
D)  Axonal degeneration procedure 
A)  Nissl stain 
B)  Radioactive glucose stain 
C)  Golgi stain 
D)  Axonal degeneration procedure

Question 4

The three main components of the peripheral nervous system are the _______ nerves, the _______ nerves, and the _______ nervous system.

Accepted Answer

A)  frontal, parietal, and temporal 
B)  cranial, spinal, autonomic 
C)  motor; somatic, sensory 
D)  central, peripheral, autonomic 
A)  frontal, parietal, and temporal 
B)  cranial, spinal, autonomic 
C)  motor; somatic, sensory 
D)  central, peripheral, autonomic

Question 5

Which arteries provide blood to the brain?

Accepted Answer

A)  Basilar artery and carotid artery only 
B)  Carotid artery and vertebral artery only 
C)  Basilar artery, carotid artery, and vertebral artery 
D)  Carotid artery, choroid plexus, and vertebral artery 
A)  Basilar artery and carotid artery only 
B)  Carotid artery and vertebral artery only 
C)  Basilar artery, carotid artery, and vertebral artery 
D)  Carotid artery, choroid plexus, and vertebral artery

Question 6

The brainstem contains which structure?

Accepted Answer

A)  Medulla 
B)  Inferior colliculus 
C)  Corpus callosum 
D)  Central sulcus 
A)  Medulla 
B)  Inferior colliculus 
C)  Corpus callosum 
D)  Central sulcus

Question 7

Almost all incoming sensory information passes through the _______, which sends the information on to the overlying cortex.

Accepted Answer

A)  medulla 
B)  basal ganglia 
C)  thalamus 
D)  cerebellum 
A)  medulla 
B)  basal ganglia 
C)  thalamus 
D)  cerebellum

Question 8

Which technique could be used to influence behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)  CT 
B)  TMS 
C)  dfMRI 
D)  MEG 
A)  CT 
B)  TMS 
C)  dfMRI 
D)  MEG

Question 9

Describe the anatomy of the membranes, fluids, and blood supply that provide support and protection for the brain.

Accepted Answer

The brain is protected and supported by

Question 10

Refer to the figure.
   Match each of the letters to proper term for the segment of the spinal cord to which it is pointing.
-_____ e.
1. Lumbar
2. Cervical
3. Coccygeal
4. Sacral
5. Thoracic

Accepted Answer

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

Question 11

Write a coherent and informative paragraph incorporating each of the following terms or concepts: PET scan; MRI scan; CT scan; MEG scan; fMRI; optical imaging; angiography.

Accepted Answer

A PET scan, MRI scan, CT scan, MEG scan,

Question 12

How does embryonic development provide a scheme for subdividing the human brain?

Accepted Answer

Embryonic development provides a scheme

Question 13

The adult human brain contains

Accepted Answer

A)  100‒150 billion circuits. 
B)  80‒90 billion neurons. 
C)  100‒150 million neurons. 
D)  100‒150 million glial cells. 
A)  100‒150 billion circuits. 
B)  80‒90 billion neurons. 
C)  100‒150 million neurons. 
D)  100‒150 million glial cells.

Question 14

Refer to the figure.
  The dashed arrows in this figure represent what key process?

Accepted Answer

A)  The vascular circulation of blood that maintains blood pressure 
B)  The glymphatic flow that provides protection from harmful substances in the brain 
C)  The regeneration of the choroid plexus. 
D)  The opening and closing of the aquaporins to waste material. 
A)  The vascular circulation of blood that maintains blood pressure 
B)  The glymphatic flow that provides protection from harmful substances in the brain 
C)  The regeneration of the choroid plexus. 
D)  The opening and closing of the aquaporins to waste material.

Question 15

The specialized vascular tissue that produces the cerebrospinal fluid is called the

Accepted Answer

A)  circle of Willis. 
B)  dura mater. 
C)  corpus callosum. 
D)  choroid plexus. 
A)  circle of Willis. 
B)  dura mater. 
C)  corpus callosum. 
D)  choroid plexus.

Question 16

Fibers that carry information away from the brain are called _______, whereas fibers that carry information toward the brain are called _______.

Accepted Answer

A)  efferents; afferents 
B)  output zones; input zones 
C)  cranial nerves; spinal nerves 
D)  sensory nerves; motor nerves 
A)  efferents; afferents 
B)  output zones; input zones 
C)  cranial nerves; spinal nerves 
D)  sensory nerves; motor nerves

Question 17

Refer to the figure.
   Match each letter label (a-e) on the spinal cord section to the anatomical label (1-5).
-_____
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 18

Which statement about the blood-brain barrier is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is a part of the immune system that involves the release of antibodies to protect the brain from infectious agents. 
B)  It is a property of the closely packed endothelial cells of the walls of brain capillaries that prevents large molecules from entering the brain. 
C)  It is a property of the blood vessels of the brain that promotes the diffusion of nutrients into the tissue of the brain. 
D)  It is a property of neurons that prevents them from accidentally releasing their neurotransmitters into the blood circulation. 
A)  It is a part of the immune system that involves the release of antibodies to protect the brain from infectious agents. 
B)  It is a property of the closely packed endothelial cells of the walls of brain capillaries that prevents large molecules from entering the brain. 
C)  It is a property of the blood vessels of the brain that promotes the diffusion of nutrients into the tissue of the brain. 
D)  It is a property of neurons that prevents them from accidentally releasing their neurotransmitters into the blood circulation.

Question 19

Matching
-Cranial nerves _____

Accepted Answer

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

Write a coherent and informative paragraph incorporating each of the following terms or concepts: precentral gyrus; basal ganglia; cerebellum; motoneurons; ventral roots.

Accepted Answer

The precentral gyrus, located in the fro

Purkinje cells are located in the

A person suffers a stroke that affects the base of the anterior cerebral artery. This will likely result in reduced blood flow to the

Which neuroanatomical method provides an outline of entire neurons, including all of the cell's processes (axons and dendrites)?

The three main components of the peripheral nervous system are the ___ nerves, the _ nerves, and the _____ nervous system.

Which arteries provide blood to the brain?

The brainstem contains which structure?

Almost all incoming sensory information passes through the _______, which sends the information on to the overlying cortex.

Which technique could be used to influence behavior?

Describe the anatomy of the membranes, fluids, and blood supply that provide support and protection for the brain.

Refer to the figure. Match each of the letters to proper term for the segment of the spinal cord to which it is pointing. -_____ e. 1. Lumbar 2. Cervical 3. Coccygeal 4. Sacral 5. Thoracic

Write a coherent and informative paragraph incorporating each of the following terms or concepts: PET scan; MRI scan; CT scan; MEG scan; fMRI; optical imaging; angiography.

How does embryonic development provide a scheme for subdividing the human brain?

The adult human brain contains

Refer to the figure. The dashed arrows in this figure represent what key process?

The specialized vascular tissue that produces the cerebrospinal fluid is called the

Fibers that carry information away from the brain are called _, whereas fibers that carry information toward the brain are called _.

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

Which statement about the blood-brain barrier is true?

Matching -Cranial nerves _____

Write a coherent and informative paragraph incorporating each of the following terms or concepts: precentral gyrus; basal ganglia; cerebellum; motoneurons; ventral roots.

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

Purkinje cells are located in the

A person suffers a stroke that affects the base of the anterior cerebral artery. This will likely result in reduced blood flow to the

Which neuroanatomical method provides an outline of entire neurons, including all of the cell's processes (axons and dendrites)?

The three main components of the peripheral nervous system are the _______ nerves, the _______ nerves, and the _______ nervous system.

Which arteries provide blood to the brain?

The brainstem contains which structure?

Almost all incoming sensory information passes through the _______, which sends the information on to the overlying cortex.

Which technique could be used to influence behavior?

Describe the anatomy of the membranes, fluids, and blood supply that provide support and protection for the brain.

Refer to the figure. Match each of the letters to proper term for the segment of the spinal cord to which it is pointing. -_____ e. 1. Lumbar 2. Cervical 3. Coccygeal 4. Sacral 5. Thoracic

Write a coherent and informative paragraph incorporating each of the following terms or concepts: PET scan; MRI scan; CT scan; MEG scan; fMRI; optical imaging; angiography.

How does embryonic development provide a scheme for subdividing the human brain?

The adult human brain contains

Refer to the figure. The dashed arrows in this figure represent what key process?

The specialized vascular tissue that produces the cerebrospinal fluid is called the

Fibers that carry information away from the brain are called _______, whereas fibers that carry information toward the brain are called _______.

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

Which statement about the blood-brain barrier is true?

Matching -Cranial nerves _____

Write a coherent and informative paragraph incorporating each of the following terms or concepts: precentral gyrus; basal ganglia; cerebellum; motoneurons; ventral roots.

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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The three main components of the peripheral nervous system are the ___ nerves, the _ nerves, and the _____ nervous system.

Fibers that carry information away from the brain are called _, whereas fibers that carry information toward the brain are called _.