Central Nervous System Flashcard Review - Brophy

Front

What are the main receptors of signals in a Neuron?

Back

Dendrites

Front

What includes the medulla, oblongata, midbrain, and pons?

Back

Brainstem

Front

Which part of the CNS is located near the forehead and is essential for memory?

Back

Frontal lobe

Front

What region of the brain plays a role in language processing?

Back

Parietal Lobe

Front

What is the end of an axon that releases neurotransmitters at a synapse called?

Back

Axon terminal

Front

What is the function of the medulla oblongata?

Back

Regulates vital functions such as heart rate and breathing.

Front

What is the role of the cerebellum in the CNS?

Back

Coordinates voluntary movements and balance.

Front

What is the primary function of the temporal lobe?

Back

Involved in processing auditory information and memory.

Front

What is the significance of the synapse in neuron communication?

Back

It is the junction where neurotransmitters are released to transmit signals between neurons.

Front

What is the function of the axon in a neuron?

Back

Transmits electrical impulses away from the cell body.