Brain Processing of Senses

Front

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

Back

46 miles

Front

Which sense helps Woody the termite follow a special pen line?

Back

Smell

Front

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

Back

Smell

Front

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

Back

Reaction time

Front

What is a good comparison for nerves that carry electrical signals in the body?

Back

Wires

Front

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

Back

To interpret signals from the senses and respond accordingly.

Front

What are the five main senses?

Back

Sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell.

Front

How do our senses help us interact with the world?

Back

They provide information about our environment, allowing us to respond appropriately.

Front

What is the role of sensory receptors?

Back

They detect stimuli from the environment and send signals to the brain.

Front

What is the difference between reaction time and processing time?

Back

Reaction time is how quickly we respond to a stimulus, while processing time is how long it takes the brain to understand the information.