Nervous System and Neurons Flashcard

Front

What part of the brain processes visual information?

Back

Occipital lobe

Front

Which structure in a neuron releases neurotransmitters?

Back

Axon terminal

Front

What regulates body temperature in the brain?

Back

Hypothalamus

Front

What is the primary function of the myelin sheath?

Back

To increase the speed of nerve impulse transmission

Front

Which part of the brain is responsible for balance and coordination?

Back

Cerebellum

Front

What is the function of dendrites in a neuron?

Back

To receive signals from other neurons

Front

What is an action potential?

Back

A rapid rise and fall in voltage across a cellular membrane, allowing neurons to transmit signals.

Front

What role does the thalamus play in the nervous system?

Back

It acts as a relay station for sensory information before it reaches the cerebral cortex.

Front

What is the function of the soma in a neuron?

Back

It contains the nucleus and organelles, maintaining the cell's health and function.

Front

What is neurotransmission?

Back

The process of transferring signals between neurons through neurotransmitters.