Unit 2 Test: Nervous System (Brain Structures and Functions)

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What is the Peripheral Nervous System?

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The sensory and motor neurons that connect the Central Nervous System (CNS) to the rest of the body.

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What is the function of the frontal lobe?

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Located at the front of the cerebrum, it is responsible for reasoning and planning.

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What is the Central Nervous System?

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Acts as the control center for the nervous system; processes information and provides short-term control over activities of other systems.

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What does the hypothalamus regulate?

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It regulates body temperature, hunger, and thirst.

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What is the role of the occipital lobe?

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Located at the back of the cerebrum, it is responsible for visual processing.

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What are sensory neurons?

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Neurons that carry signals from sensory receptors to the Central Nervous System.

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What are motor neurons?

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Neurons that transmit signals from the Central Nervous System to muscles or glands.

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What is the function of the cerebellum?

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Coordinates voluntary movements and maintains posture and balance.

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What is the brainstem?

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The part of the brain that connects the brain to the spinal cord and controls basic life functions such as breathing and heart rate.

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What is the role of the temporal lobe?

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Involved in processing auditory information and is also important for memory and emotion.