Exam 4 Review

Front

What are the three types of neurons?

Back

Sensory neurons, motor neurons, and interneurons.

Front

Which part of the brain is responsible for balance?

Back

Cerebellum.

Front

What type of muscle contraction occurs when lifting a weight towards the body?

Back

Concentric contraction.

Front

What do nociceptors respond to?

Back

Painful stimuli.

Front

What are clusters of cell bodies in the CNS called?

Back

Nuclei.

Front

What is the function of sensory neurons?

Back

To transmit sensory information from the body to the central nervous system.

Front

What is the role of motor neurons?

Back

To carry signals from the central nervous system to muscles and glands.

Front

What is the primary function of interneurons?

Back

To connect sensory and motor neurons and process information within the central nervous system.

Front

What is the difference between concentric and eccentric contractions?

Back

Concentric contractions occur when a muscle shortens while exerting force, while eccentric contractions occur when a muscle lengthens while exerting force.

Front

What type of stimuli do thermoreceptors respond to?

Back

Temperature changes.