Neuroscience Concepts

Front

What are the main parts of a neuron?

Back

Cell body (perikaryon), Dendrites, Axon, Myelin sheath, Axon terminals.

Front

What is the function of dendrites in a neuron?

Back

Receive signals from other neurons.

Front

What does the axon do?

Back

Conducts nerve impulses away from the cell body.

Front

What is the role of the myelin sheath?

Back

Insulates the axon.

Front

What do axon terminals release?

Back

Neurotransmitters.

Front

What are the major parts of the brain?

Back

Cerebrum, Cerebellum, Thalamus, Hypothalamus, Pons.

Front

What does the cerebrum control?

Back

Voluntary actions, thinking, memory.

Front

What are the four lobes of the cerebrum?

Back

Frontal, parietal, temporal, occipital.

Front

What is the function of the cerebellum?

Back

Coordinates movement and balance.

Front

What is the role of the thalamus?

Back

Relays sensory and motor signals.