Brain Processing of Senses

Front

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

Back

Reaction time

Front

What ability helps a chameleon hunt by moving each eye independently?

Back

Hunting ability

Front

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

Back

Electro-sensing receptors

Front

How long are the nerves in an average person's body?

Back

46 miles

Front

What is a natural fear response of the human body that can occur when scared?

Back

Sweating

Front

What part of the brain processes information from our senses?

Back

Cerebral cortex

Front

What is the term for the way our brain interprets signals from our senses?

Back

Sensory processing

Front

What do we call the five main senses?

Back

Sight, hearing, taste, touch, smell

Front

What is the role of the optic nerve?

Back

To carry visual information from the eye to the brain

Front

What is the term for the sense of balance?

Back

Vestibular sense