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- 3. stem where the spinal cord connects to the brain
- 7. system part of the brain that regulates emotion, is responsible for memory formation and storage and sexual arousals
- 8. Callosum part of the brain that connects the right and left hemispheres of the brain and allows information to pass between them
- 10. the process by which neurotransmitters molecules detach from a postsynaptic neuron and are reabsorbed by a presynaptic neuron so they can be recycled and used again
- 12. part of the brain that regulates breathing and taste
- 16. multiple short fibers that extend from the neuron's cell body and receive information from other neurons or other sensory receptors
- 18. part of the nervous system responsible for bodily functions not consciously directed such as breathing, and digestion
- 20. lobe part of the brain responsible for executive functions(ie: decision making and problem solving)
- 21. lobe the part of the brain that is associated with vision
- 23. lobe part of the brain responsible for learning and memory, understanding language and perception
- 29. a regulatory substance produced in an organism and transported in tissue fluids such as blood or sap to stimulate specific cells or tissues into action.
- 30. a neurotransmitter r that causes muscle contraction and is involved in memory function
- 32. regulates pain reception
- 35. a roughly almond-shaped mass of gray matter inside each cerebral hemisphere, involved with the experiencing of emotions. Also the part of the brain that initiates the fight or flight response
- 37. cells support cells that assist neurons by providing structural support, nutrition and removal of cell wastes
- 39. the nervous system which comprises the Brain and the spinal cord
- 40. are endocrine glands that release adrenaline and cortisol
- 41. part of the autonomic nervous system that is responsible for slowing heart rate, and reverses the fight or flight response
- 43. highly specialized cell that communicates information in electrical and chemical form\
- 44. potential a brief electrical impulse by which information is transmitted along the axon of a neuron
- 45. threshold the minimum level of stimulation required to activate a particular neuron
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- 1. body processes nutrients and provides energy for the neuron to function
- 2. neurotransmitter that usually communicates an inhibitory message
- 4. (in the body) a whitish fiber or bundle of fibers that transmits impulses of sensation to the brain or spinal cord, and impulses from these to the muscles and organs.
- 5. sheath a white,fatty covering wrapped around the axon of some neurons that increases their communication speed
- 6. the gland that is located at the base of the brain and releases hormones
- 9. Cord the cylindrical bundle of nerve fibers and associated tissue that is enclosed in the spine and connects nearly all parts of the body to the brain, with which it forms the central nervous system
- 11. lobe either of the paired lobes of the brain at the top of the head, including areas concerned with the reception and correlation of sensory information
- 13. part of the brain whose associated functions are early memory storage, and spatial navigation
- 14. part of the brain that is responsible for language comprehension
- 15. Part of the brain that relays motor and sensory motor information, contributes to perception and cognition.
- 17. region of the brain that is important for language development. Located on the left side of the brain and responsible for language comprehension
- 19. chemical messages manufactured by a neuron
- 22. the long fluid filled tube that carries the neurons messages to other body areas
- 24. part of the brain that regulates motor behavior
- 25. the system responsible for bodily communications utilizing chemical signals
- 26. the nervous system outside the brain and spinal cord.
- 27. neurotransmitter involved in learning and memory; also a hormone manufactured by adrenal glands
- 28. the study of the brain
- 31. the point of communication between neurons
- 33. Ganglia part of the brain whose associated functions include: movement regulation, skill learning, habit formation, and reward systems
- 34. a region of the forebrain below the thalamus that coordinates both the autonomic nervous system and the activity of the pituitary, controlling body temperature, thirst, hunger, and other homeostatic systems, and involved in sleep and emotional activity
- 36. a neurotransmitter involved in the regulation of bodily movement, thought process and rewarding sensations
- 37. an organ that produces gametes; a testis or ovary
- 38. potential a state in which a neuron is prepared to activate and communicate its message if it receives sufficient stimulation
- 42. neurotransmitter involved in sleep and emotions