2.11-2.12 the rest of the story

Question 1

If you touch a hot stove, your spinal cord can prompt you to withdraw your hand without having to send the message all the way to the brain. This is due to what scientists call __________.

Answer 1

the reflex arc

Question 2

What is the process whereby the structure and function of brain cells change in response to trauma, damage, or even learning?

Answer 2

neuroplasticity

Question 3

the neurons of the sensory pathways contain ______.

Answer 3

afferent neurons

Question 4

Yvonne’s ability to reach for and pick up her book is largely due to the functions of the __________ pathway of the __________ nervous system.

Answer 4

motor, somatic

Question 5

which of the following would be active if you have just had an automobile accident?

Answer 5

sympathetic division