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Bio 101 chapt 9-10

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In the flow of information through the nervous system, information from a sensory receptor goes directly where? Brain or spinal cord
The central nervous system is composed of what? Brain and spinal cord
Which are effectors of the nervous system? Muscles and glands
Which part of the neuron conducts impulses away from the cell body? Axon
Which is substance that surrounds large axons to increase impulse conduction speed? Myelin
Small cells of the nervous system that fill spaces, provide structural support, protect, and insulate neurons are called what? Neuroglia
What is a junction between 2 communicating neurons called? Synapse
Neuronal communication is accomplished by a chemical called a __. Neurotransmitter
The membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord are called __. Meninges
The spinal cord begins at the base of the brain and ends where? Between first and second lumbar vertebrae
The major function of __ is to transmit impulses to and from the brain. The spinal cord
The most posterior lobe of the cerebellum is the __ lobe. Occipital
Which structure regulates body temperature and controls hunger and body weight? Hypothalamus
Which structure controls heart rate, blood pressure, and respiratory rate? Brainstem
Which structure coordinates complex skeletal movements? Cerebellum
Which branch controls subconscious activities? Autonomic nervous system
Which are attached to the brain? Cranial nerves
Which division increases heart and breathing rate? Sympathetic
Which division increases the secretions of digestive glands? Parasympathetic
A phenomenon in which pain may feel as it is it coming from a part of the body other than the part being stimulated is called __. Referred pain
The receptors that line the upper part of the nasal cavity are __ receptors. Olfactory
Which detects colors and is active in bright light? Cones
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