Chapter 12 The Nervous System
... y Located towards the back of the brain, controls muscle co-ordination. This structure contains 50 percent of the brain’s neurons. By controlling our muscle coordination, the cerebellum helps us maintain our balance. y Thalamus y Known as a sensory relay center. It receives the sensations of touch, ...
... y Located towards the back of the brain, controls muscle co-ordination. This structure contains 50 percent of the brain’s neurons. By controlling our muscle coordination, the cerebellum helps us maintain our balance. y Thalamus y Known as a sensory relay center. It receives the sensations of touch, ...
the potential for abuse: addiction
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Introduction to the Nervous System
... b- Motor neurons that conduct impulses to smooth muscle, cardiac muscle and glands c- For this reason the ANS is generally considered involuntary. d- The ANS is divided into three sections i. Sympathetic nervous system, parasympathetic and enteric systems 6- Diagram – Subdivisions of the PNS ...
... b- Motor neurons that conduct impulses to smooth muscle, cardiac muscle and glands c- For this reason the ANS is generally considered involuntary. d- The ANS is divided into three sections i. Sympathetic nervous system, parasympathetic and enteric systems 6- Diagram – Subdivisions of the PNS ...
Neural Basis of Motor Control
... repolarization). Gradually, the ion concentrations go back to resting levels and the cell returns to -70 mV. ...
... repolarization). Gradually, the ion concentrations go back to resting levels and the cell returns to -70 mV. ...
sympathetic nervous system
... Nervous system of the digestive tract Composed of 100 million neurons found in the walls of the digestive tract (no components found in CNS) Has its own reflex arcs Regulates motility of viscera and secretion of digestive enzymes and acid in concert with the ANS –peristalsis - sequential ...
... Nervous system of the digestive tract Composed of 100 million neurons found in the walls of the digestive tract (no components found in CNS) Has its own reflex arcs Regulates motility of viscera and secretion of digestive enzymes and acid in concert with the ANS –peristalsis - sequential ...
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... • the retina - the inner layer of eye that contains photoreceptors. • the choroid - the middle layer of eye that is rich in blood vessels. • the sclera - the outer layer of eye that maintains its shape. The sclera serves as point of attachment for muscles that move the eye. Light enters the eye thro ...
... • the retina - the inner layer of eye that contains photoreceptors. • the choroid - the middle layer of eye that is rich in blood vessels. • the sclera - the outer layer of eye that maintains its shape. The sclera serves as point of attachment for muscles that move the eye. Light enters the eye thro ...
Section 35-2: The Nervous System The nervous system controls and
... • the retina - the inner layer of eye that contains photoreceptors. • the choroid - the middle layer of eye that is rich in blood vessels. • the sclera - the outer layer of eye that maintains its shape. The sclera serves as point of attachment for muscles that move the eye. Light enters the eye thro ...
... • the retina - the inner layer of eye that contains photoreceptors. • the choroid - the middle layer of eye that is rich in blood vessels. • the sclera - the outer layer of eye that maintains its shape. The sclera serves as point of attachment for muscles that move the eye. Light enters the eye thro ...
Chemistry of Opioids
... o Binds to P-site: phenolic ring of meperidine resembles phenylalanine of P-site o High abuse potential: penetrates BBB quickly, rapid onset o Metabolism to nor-meperidine via N-demethylation CNS excitation (e.g. tremors, seizures) o Inhibits 5-HT reuptake: potential for serotonin syndrome Absol ...
... o Binds to P-site: phenolic ring of meperidine resembles phenylalanine of P-site o High abuse potential: penetrates BBB quickly, rapid onset o Metabolism to nor-meperidine via N-demethylation CNS excitation (e.g. tremors, seizures) o Inhibits 5-HT reuptake: potential for serotonin syndrome Absol ...
SAC 1 PRACTICE TEST 2017
... The CNS has two major divisions The CNS is composed of the somatic nervous system and the peripheral nervous system The autonomic nervous system regulates the activity of involuntary muscles, organs and glands The spinal cord carries incoming sensory information to the brain and outgoing movement me ...
... The CNS has two major divisions The CNS is composed of the somatic nervous system and the peripheral nervous system The autonomic nervous system regulates the activity of involuntary muscles, organs and glands The spinal cord carries incoming sensory information to the brain and outgoing movement me ...
Unit 10 Chapter 36 The Nervous System
... to the spinal cord & brain Motor neurons carry impulses from the spinal cord & brain to the body Interneurons are found within the spinal cord & brain, pass response impulses between sensory & motor ...
... to the spinal cord & brain Motor neurons carry impulses from the spinal cord & brain to the body Interneurons are found within the spinal cord & brain, pass response impulses between sensory & motor ...
Basile, 1999
... This gene encodes the D3 subtype of the dopamine receptor. The D3 subtype inhibits adenylyl cyclase through inhibitory G-proteins. This receptor is expressed in phylogenetically older regions of the brain, suggesting that this receptor plays a role in cognitive and emotional functions. It is a targe ...
... This gene encodes the D3 subtype of the dopamine receptor. The D3 subtype inhibits adenylyl cyclase through inhibitory G-proteins. This receptor is expressed in phylogenetically older regions of the brain, suggesting that this receptor plays a role in cognitive and emotional functions. It is a targe ...
Nervous System Formative Study Guide File
... sends a message to the motor neurons causing movement. 3. Define the following: a. Axon An axon, also known as a nerve fibre, is a long, slender projection of a nerve cell, or neuron, that typically conducts electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body. The function of the axon is to transmi ...
... sends a message to the motor neurons causing movement. 3. Define the following: a. Axon An axon, also known as a nerve fibre, is a long, slender projection of a nerve cell, or neuron, that typically conducts electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body. The function of the axon is to transmi ...
1) Corticotropin releasing hormone secretion would not raise the
... FORM LETTER ON FRONT! Multiple Choice (2 pts each): Choose the one best answer for each question, use a pencil to mark answer on scantron (double check for smears). 1) A _______hormone only exerts its effects on cells with receptors that are near its site of production, prostaglandins are a classic ...
... FORM LETTER ON FRONT! Multiple Choice (2 pts each): Choose the one best answer for each question, use a pencil to mark answer on scantron (double check for smears). 1) A _______hormone only exerts its effects on cells with receptors that are near its site of production, prostaglandins are a classic ...
Myotatic Reflex
... Thus, the soma membrane of each neuron integrates total synaptic input at each moment of time! Integration is the result of algebraic summation of synaptic activity (EPSPs and IPSPs). The floating soma membrane potential reflects the net excitatory and inhibitory synaptic input to a particular neuro ...
... Thus, the soma membrane of each neuron integrates total synaptic input at each moment of time! Integration is the result of algebraic summation of synaptic activity (EPSPs and IPSPs). The floating soma membrane potential reflects the net excitatory and inhibitory synaptic input to a particular neuro ...
Psychology 101 - Psychological Sciences
... procedures. Random assignment is used to ensure that: a. a representative sample of participants is initially selected b. expectancy effects are minimized within the experiment c. the independent variable will be reliable and valid d. the experimental and the control group are as similar as possible ...
... procedures. Random assignment is used to ensure that: a. a representative sample of participants is initially selected b. expectancy effects are minimized within the experiment c. the independent variable will be reliable and valid d. the experimental and the control group are as similar as possible ...
brain and spinal cord
... The neuron is a mini decision maker. It receives info from thousands of other neurons-some excitatory (like pushing the gas pedal). Others are inhibitory (like pushing the breaks). ...
... The neuron is a mini decision maker. It receives info from thousands of other neurons-some excitatory (like pushing the gas pedal). Others are inhibitory (like pushing the breaks). ...
The Anatomy of Language Sydney Lamb Rice University, Houston
... of incoming activation Determines how much activation will be transmitted along the axon (and its branches), hence to other neurons Degree of activation is implemented as frequency of spikes ...
... of incoming activation Determines how much activation will be transmitted along the axon (and its branches), hence to other neurons Degree of activation is implemented as frequency of spikes ...
No Slide Title
... • Relative refractory period – as long as K+ gates are open – only especially strong stimulus will trigger new AP ...
... • Relative refractory period – as long as K+ gates are open – only especially strong stimulus will trigger new AP ...
Review Questions for Chapter 1: Studying the Nervous Systems of
... 1. What percentage of the axons in your optic nerve cross at the optic chiasm? 2. Draw a sketch of the primary visual pathway. 3. The retina sends information to the dorsal lateral geniculate nucleus (dLGN) for pattern vision. Name three other targets of retinal ganglion cells and indicate what each ...
... 1. What percentage of the axons in your optic nerve cross at the optic chiasm? 2. Draw a sketch of the primary visual pathway. 3. The retina sends information to the dorsal lateral geniculate nucleus (dLGN) for pattern vision. Name three other targets of retinal ganglion cells and indicate what each ...
Nervous System Part 1
... 2. Bipolar neurons have a single axon and a single dendrite extending from opposite sides of the cell body, found only in eyes, nose, and ears 3. Unipolar neurons are found in ganglia outside the CNS and have one axon that divides; the peripheral process has dendrites near a peripheral body part and ...
... 2. Bipolar neurons have a single axon and a single dendrite extending from opposite sides of the cell body, found only in eyes, nose, and ears 3. Unipolar neurons are found in ganglia outside the CNS and have one axon that divides; the peripheral process has dendrites near a peripheral body part and ...
Psychology 10th Edition David Myers
... either fires or it doesn’t; more stimulation does nothing. This is known as the “all-ornone” response. ...
... either fires or it doesn’t; more stimulation does nothing. This is known as the “all-ornone” response. ...
Ch 15: Autonomic Division of NS
... neurons with very short axons in adrenal medulla to release NT into blood stream (= hormones) Epinephrine (adrenaline) ~ 80% and norepinephrine (noradrenaline) Endocrine effects are longer lasting than nervous system effects ...
... neurons with very short axons in adrenal medulla to release NT into blood stream (= hormones) Epinephrine (adrenaline) ~ 80% and norepinephrine (noradrenaline) Endocrine effects are longer lasting than nervous system effects ...
Understanding Neurotransmission and the Disease of Addiction
... Consequently, in order to cross the tiny intercellular gap that separates one cell from the next, the information takes the form of a chemical signal. The specialized chemicals that carry the signals across the intercellular gaps, or synapses, are, thus, called neurotransmitters. ...
... Consequently, in order to cross the tiny intercellular gap that separates one cell from the next, the information takes the form of a chemical signal. The specialized chemicals that carry the signals across the intercellular gaps, or synapses, are, thus, called neurotransmitters. ...