Central Nervous System Structure and Function Quiz

Connects brain to rest of the body and allows messages to be passed from the body to the brain

Chemicals that pass messages between neurons and each neurotransmitter has its own molecular structure that fits perfectly into a specific type of postsynaptic receptor

Neuron communicates with another neuron by passing electrical impulses and releasing neurotransmitters

<p>Temporary depolarisation of neuron, making it more likely to fire action potential</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cell body, dendrites, axon, and synaptic terminal</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Muscle contraction, memory, and cognitive functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Noradrenaline</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Mood control in the limbic system and related to functions such as pain, sleep, and hunger</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Prefrontal cortex, hypothalamus, amygdala</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hormones take longer to work than neurotransmitters and lead to long-term changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers