Unit 4: "The Human Brain" Questions

Front

What is the central nervous system made up of?

Back

The central nervous system is made up of the brain and the spinal cord.

Front

What are synapses?

Back

Synapses are the points where neurons meet and transmit information to each other.

Front

Who is known for summarizing the human brain as 'The brain boggles the mind'?

Back

James Watson.

Front

Who compared the brain to a world of unexplored continents?

Back

Santiago Ramón y Cajal.

Front

At what speed do messages travel through the neurons in the spinal cord?

Back

Messages travel at a speed of 150 miles per hour.

Front

What is the function of the spinal cord?

Back

The spinal cord transmits messages between the brain and the rest of the body.

Front

What are neurons?

Back

Neurons are the basic building blocks of the nervous system that transmit information.

Front

What role do dendrites play in neuron function?

Back

Dendrites receive signals from other neurons.

Front

What is the function of axons in neurons?

Back

Axons transmit electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body.

Front

What is the significance of the brain in the human body?

Back

The brain controls all bodily functions and processes information.