Brain Processing of Senses

Front

What is the time it takes to see something and take action called?

Back

Reaction time

Front

What special sense do sharks have that helps them detect electrical signals?

Back

Electro-sensing receptors

Front

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

Back

Smell

Front

What body system includes the brain and spinal cord?

Back

Nervous system

Front

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

Back

Smell

Front

What is the main function of the nervous system?

Back

To control and coordinate body activities and respond to stimuli.

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 allow us to perceive and respond to our environment.

Front

What part of the brain processes visual information?

Back

The occipital lobe.

Front

What is the role of the sensory receptors?

Back

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