Exam 9:The Nervous System-Part A

A group of neurons with shared functions in the peripheral nervous system is called a(n)___________________.

The cranial nerve pair that increases peristalsis in the intestines is the _________________.

The myelin sheath provides ___________________________ for neurons.

The part of a reflex arc that carries impulses to the CNS is the _______________________.

The _____________________________ division of the autonomic nervous system has acetylcholine as its only neurotransmitter.

The ____________________________ division of the autonomic nervous system decreases the heart rate and constricts the bronchioles to normal.

The cranial nerve pair that is sensory for vision is the _______________________.

Ascending tracts of the spinal cord may also be called ____________________ tracts,and descending tracts may also be called ______________________ tracts.

The part of a reflex arc that detects a stimulus is the ___________________________.

A(n)____________________ of a neuron carries impulses away from the cell body.

Thoracolumbar is another name for the ________________________ division of the autonomic nervous system.

The ___________________________ division of the autonomic nervous system permits localized responses within the body.

The part of the brain that is essential for the formation of memories is the ______________________________.

Craniosacral is another name for the ___________________________ division of the autonomic nervous system.

The parts of the brain concerned with equilibrium and keeping us upright are the _______________________ and ______________________.

The ___________________________ division of the autonomic nervous system increases digestive secretions.

The cranial and spinal nerves form the _______________________ nervous system.

The ______________________ lobe of the cerebrum contains areas for taste and smell.

The ______________________ lobe of the cerebrum feels the cutaneous senses.

The part of the brain that integrates sensations to relay to the cerebrum is the ________________________.