Brain Processing of Senses

Front

What is the average length of nerves in a human body?

Back

46 miles

Front

What do we call the time it takes to see something and take action?

Back

Reaction time

Front

Which sense does Woody the termite use to follow a special pen line?

Back

Smell

Front

How can you improve your reaction time?

Back

Practice

Front

What sense does a snake's tongue help it with?

Back

Smell

Front

What is the main function of the brain in processing senses?

Back

To interpret and respond to sensory information.

Front

What are the five main senses?

Back

Sight, hearing, taste, touch, smell.

Front

What is the role of the eyes in the sense of sight?

Back

To capture light and send signals to the brain.

Front

How does the sense of smell work?

Back

It detects chemicals in the air and sends signals to the brain.

Front

What is the term for the ability to react quickly to a stimulus?

Back

Reaction time.