Semester 1 Final Exam Review

Front

What is the arbor vitae in the human brain?

Back

The white matter of the cerebellum shaped like a tree.

Front

Which system controls non-emergency functions in the body during relaxation?

Back

Parasympathetic division.

Front

What is the primary function of the corpus callosum?

Back

Transmitting signals between the left and right hemispheres of the brain.

Front

What is the primary function of adipose tissue?

Back

Store energy in the form of fat.

Front

What ion is necessary in the sarcoplasm to initiate the sliding filament mechanism?

Back

Calcium (Ca2+).

Front

What is the role of the cerebellum in the human brain?

Back

Coordination of voluntary movements and balance.

Front

Define the term 'neuron'.

Back

A nerve cell that transmits electrical impulses throughout the body.

Front

What is the function of the myelin sheath?

Back

To insulate axons and increase the speed of nerve impulse transmission.

Front

What is the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems?

Back

The sympathetic nervous system prepares the body for 'fight or flight' responses, while the parasympathetic system promotes 'rest and digest' functions.

Front

What is homeostasis?

Back

The maintenance of a stable internal environment in the body.