Exam 4: Neural and Hormonal Systems

Which part of the nervous system controls our glands and internal organ muscles?

Efferent is to afferent as ________ is to ________.

The reuptake of a neurotransmitter such as serotonin would involve the reabsorption of serotonin into a(n)

A neuron's reaction of either firing at full strength or not firing at all is described as

The two major divisions of the nervous system are the central and the ________ nervous systems.

Endorphins are most directly involved in the control of

The capacity of a brain area to develop new neural pathways as it adjusts to damage is known as

Sensory neurons are located in the

Depressed mood states are linked to ________ levels of serotonin and ________ levels of norepinephrine.

Sensory neurons are ________ neurons,and motor neurons are ________ neurons.

The master gland of the endocrine system is the

Reuptake refers to the

Stacey is eating dinner while watching her favorite movie.Which part of the nervous system is responsible for stimulating digestion?

Although brain-damaged patients did not consciously recall having watched a sad film,their sad emotion persisted thanks to the lingering effects of

Which part of a neuron is often encased by a fatty myelin sheath?

Celeste was able to jerk her hand out of the scalding water before sensing any pain because this withdrawal reflex

Natural,opiate-like neurotransmitters linked to pain control are called

The endocrine gland that triggers the fight-or-flight response is the

In the process of beginning an action potential,the threshold refers to

While listening to operatic solos,musicians process the lyrics and the tunes in separate brain areas.This most clearly illustrates the functioning of different