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Brigham Young University-Idaho
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PSYCH111 | General Psychology
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2023
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In the structure of the neuron, the_____ receives messages from other cells. Dendrite Oligodendrocytes and Schwann cells generate a fatty substance know as... Myelin What insulates and protects a neuron's axon, as well as helps speed along electrical impulses? Myelin sheath When a neuron is in the resting potential state, the neuron is negatively charged on the ______ and positively charged on the ______. Inside ; Outside Which neurotransmitter stimulates muscle cells to contract but slows contractions in the heart? Acetylchoine (ACh) Heroin mimics the actions of endorphins, inhibiting pain signals and creating a "high" feeling. Heroin is an example of a(n): Agonist Involuntary muscles are controlled by the _____ nervous system? Autonomic As you take notes, your heart beats at a normal rate. Your breathing is normal and your stomach slowly digests your earlier meal. What division of the peripheral nervous system is currently in action? Parasympathetic Robert has had difficulty sleeping for the past 6 months and his body seemingly no longer differentiates between night and day. His doctor believes the problem lies with Robert's endocrine system. What gland will Robert's physician focus on? Pineal Which glad(s) is /are known to influence all other glands within the endocrine system? Pituitary Gland Danielle is a subject in a study on memory and problem solving. The researcher is applying magnetic pulses to her brain through copper wire coils positioned directly above her scalp. Danielle study would best be described as a(n) Noninvasive stimulation technique Which technique of studying the brain involves injecting the patient with radioactive glucose? PET Maria often sleeps soundly and rarely awakens to any outside noise. However, the cries of Maria's baby can awaken her immediately. What part of the brain is responsible for this reaction? Reticular formation Nicole and Camille are synchronized swimmers for their college swim team. They often work long hours to ensure the movements in their routine are perfectly timed. What part of their brains must Camille and Nicole rely most upon? Cerebellum Your psychology professor refers to this as the great relay station of the brain. What part are they referring to? Thalamus Which part of the brain is involved in the creation of memories and is often linked to Alzheimer's? Hippocampus Madison suffered a severe blow to the back of her head when she was thrown to the mat during a judo match. Subsequently, her occipital lobe has been injured. Which of her senses has the highest chance of being affected? Vision Jamie's grandfather recently suffered a stroke and has had difficulty with language production ever since. Most likely, he has experienced damage to the ______ area of his brain. Left frontal Felicia is recovering from a brain injury. She is able to speak fluently but often uses incorrect words in a sentence. In one instance at a friend's birthday party, she said, "I would like something to drink. Can I have some battery?" Felicia's problem is known as Wernicke's Aphasia Although the brain works largely as a whole, which is NOT a correct pairing of hemisphere and function? Right ; control of right - handed motor functions

General Psychology - Ch 2

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