Question 1

Brain capillaries are joined by ____________________ junctions.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Brain capillaries are joined by ____________________ junctions....

Question 2

____________________ area is responsible for speaking ability, whereas ____________________ area is concerned with language comprehension.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ area is responsible for speaking ability,...

Question 3

MATCHING
Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code:
-Damage to this structure is associated with a resting tremor.
A)cerebellum
B)hypothalamus
C)brain stem
D)basal nuclei
E)cerebral cortex

Accepted Answer

Damage to the basal nuclei is associated with a resting tremor, as seen in Parkinson's disease.

Answer: A, C, E
 The cerebellum, brain stem, and cerebral cortex are all involved in motor control and coordination, but not specifically linked to a resting tremor.

Question 4

MATCHING
Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code:
-Controls anterior pituitary hormone secretion.
A)cerebellum
B)hypothalamus
C)brain stem
D)basal nuclei
E)cerebral cortex

Accepted Answer

The hypothalamus controls the secretion of hormones from the anterior pituitary gland.

Other options:
A) Cerebellum – controls voluntary movement
C) Brain stem – controls vital functions such as breathing and heart rate
D) Basal nuclei – involved in movement control
E) Cerebral cortex – involved in various functions such as perception, thoughts, and consciousness.

Question 5

MATCHING
Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code:
-Controls thirst, urine output, food intake, and body temperature.
A)cerebellum
B)hypothalamus
C)brain stem
D)basal nuclei
E)cerebral cortex

Accepted Answer

The hypothalamus is responsible for maintaining homeostasis in the body, which includes controlling thirst, regulating urine output, regulating food intake, and maintaining body temperature.

Other choices:
A) Cerebellum - primarily responsible for motor coordination and balance
C) Brain stem - controls basic life-sustaining functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure
D) Basal nuclei - involved in motor control and movement regulation
E) Cerebral cortex - responsible for higher cognitive functions such as thinking, sensation, and voluntary movement.

Question 6

The ____________________ hemisphere excels in performance of logical, analytical, sequential and verbal tasks, whereas the ____________________ hemisphere excels in nonlanguage skills such as spatial perception and artistic and musical endeavors.

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The answer of The ____________________ hemisphere excels in performance of...

Question 7

MATCHING
Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code:
-Contains the autonomic nervous system coordinating center.
A)cerebellum
B)hypothalamus
C)brain stem
D)basal nuclei
E)cerebral cortex

Accepted Answer

The hypothalamus is responsible for coordinating the autonomic nervous system, which controls bodily functions such as heart rate and digestion.

Answer: C 
 The brain stem contains centers for controlling vital functions such as breathing and heartbeat.

Note: The cerebellum (A) is responsible for coordinating movement and balance, the basal nuclei (D) are involved in motor control and cognition, and the cerebral cortex (E) plays a role in many functions such as sensation, perception, movement, and thought.

Question 8

The loss of the neurotransmitter ____________________ in the ____________ results in Parkinson's disease.

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The answer of The loss of the neurotransmitter ____________________ in...

Question 9

The ____________________ serves as a relay station and synaptic integrating center for preliminary processing of all sensory input on its way to the cortex.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ____________________ serves as a relay station...

Question 10

The ____________________ cortex, the site for initial cortical processing of somesthetic and proprioceptive input, is located in the ____________________ lobes.

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The answer of The ____________________ cortex, the site for initial...

Question 11

The ____________________ and ____________________ compose the diencephalon of the brain.

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The answer of The ____________________ and ____________________ compose the diencephalon...

Question 12

MATCHING
Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code:
-Contains centers for respiration, heart and blood vessel function, and many digestive activities.
A)cerebellum
B)hypothalamus
C)brain stem
D)basal nuclei
E)cerebral cortex

Accepted Answer

The brain stem contains centers for respiration, heart and blood vessel function, and many digestive activities.

Answer: B
 The hypothalamus regulates many important body functions such as thirst, hunger, sleep, body temperature, and hormone production.

Answer: A
 The cerebellum plays a significant role in maintaining posture, balance, and coordination.

Answer: D
 The basal nuclei are involved in controlling voluntary motor movements, as well as cognitive and emotional functions.

Answer: E
 The cerebral cortex is responsible for many complex functions such as consciousness, perception, thought, and voluntary movement.

Question 13

MATCHING
Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code:
-Helps monitor and coordinate slow, sustained contractions, especially those related to balance and posture.
A)cerebellum
B)hypothalamus
C)brain stem
D)basal nuclei
E)cerebral cortex

Accepted Answer

The basal nuclei are involved in the regulation of voluntary motor movements, procedural learning, and routine behaviors, including the coordination of slow, sustained contractions related to balance and posture.

Question 14

MATCHING
Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code:
-Inhibits muscle tone throughout the body.
A)cerebellum
B)hypothalamus
C)brain stem
D)basal nuclei
E)cerebral cortex

Accepted Answer

The basal nuclei are involved in the regulation of muscle tone and help inhibit excessive muscle tone throughout the body.

Question 15

MATCHING
Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code:
-Disorder of this structure characterized by an intention tremor.
A)cerebellum
B)hypothalamus
C)brain stem
D)basal nuclei
E)cerebral cortex

Accepted Answer

The cerebellum is responsible for coordination and fine motor control. Damage or disorder of the cerebellum can result in an intention tremor, which is a type of tremor that occurs during purposeful movemenents.

Possible additional answers: none

Question 16

MATCHING
Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code:
-Initiates all voluntary movement.
A)cerebellum
B)hypothalamus
C)brain stem
D)basal nuclei
E)cerebral cortex

Accepted Answer

The cerebral cortex is responsible for initiating all voluntary movement.

(Note: while other brain structures may contribute to motor control, such as the cerebellum and basal nuclei, they do not initiate movement.)

Question 17

____________________ represent the subjective urges associated with specific bodily needs that motivate appropriate behavior to satisfy those needs.

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The answer of ____________________ represent the subjective urges associated with...

Question 18

The ____________________ is associated with procedural memories.

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The answer of The ____________________ is associated with procedural memories....

Question 19

____________________ is the acquisition of knowledge as a consequence of experience.

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The answer of ____________________ is the acquisition of knowledge as...

Question 20

The central sulcus separates the ____________________ and ____________________ lobes.

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The answer of The central sulcus separates the ____________________ and...

Quiz 5: The Central Nervous System

Brain capillaries are joined by ____________________ junctions.

area is responsible for speaking ability, whereas area is concerned with language comprehension.

MATCHING Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code: -Damage to this structure is associated with a resting tremor.

MATCHING Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code: -Controls anterior pituitary hormone secretion.

MATCHING Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code: -Controls thirst, urine output, food intake, and body temperature.

The hemisphere excels in performance of logical, analytical, sequential and verbal tasks, whereas the hemisphere excels in nonlanguage skills such as spatial perception and artistic and musical endeavors.

MATCHING Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code: -Contains the autonomic nervous system coordinating center.

The loss of the neurotransmitter ________ in the results in Parkinson's disease.

The ____________________ serves as a relay station and synaptic integrating center for preliminary processing of all sensory input on its way to the cortex.

The cortex, the site for initial cortical processing of somesthetic and proprioceptive input, is located in the lobes.

The and compose the diencephalon of the brain.

MATCHING Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code: -Contains centers for respiration, heart and blood vessel function, and many digestive activities.

MATCHING Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code: -Helps monitor and coordinate slow, sustained contractions, especially those related to balance and posture.

MATCHING Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code: -Inhibits muscle tone throughout the body.

MATCHING Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code: -Disorder of this structure characterized by an intention tremor.

MATCHING Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code: -Initiates all voluntary movement.

____________________ represent the subjective urges associated with specific bodily needs that motivate appropriate behavior to satisfy those needs.

The ____________________ is associated with procedural memories.

____________________ is the acquisition of knowledge as a consequence of experience.

The central sulcus separates the and lobes.