AP Psychology-Biological Bases of Behavior

Which part of the neuron covers the axon?

• Myelin Sheath
• Dendrite
• Neural Impulse

If the myelin sheath degenerates, what can be a result of that?

• Multiple Sclerosis
• Downs Syndrome
• Schizophrenia

A brief electrical charge that travels down the axon

• Action Potential
• Resting Potential
• Synapse

Chemical messengers that cross the synaptic gap and binds the receptor site

• Neurotransmitters

• Dendrites

• Neurons

Which neurotransmitter is linked to Alzheimer's?

• AcH

• Dopamine

• Endorphins

Which neurotransmitter is released during exercise?

• Endorphin

• AcH

• GABA

Which test of the brain attaches electrodes to the scalp and detects brain waves?

• EEG
• fMRI
• CT
• PET

A PET shows the consumption of ____________ as an indicator of brain activity.

• Glucose
• Protein
• Fat

True or False: The peripheral nervous system does not include the brain and spinal cord.

• True
• False

Which nervous system controls body changes such as dialated eyes?

• Sympathetic
• Parasympathetic