Biology of Behavior Flashcards
located in the center of the cell. Surrounded by a membrane that keeps all the chromosomes inside
Nucleus
Genetic material is composed of…
DNA
A long thread of DNA wrapped in histones (POSITIVELY CHARGED PROTEINS)
Chromosomes
Large molecule that contains genes
dna
is all the genetic information in DNA
Genome
entire genetic make up of an organism
Genotype
an organisms observed characteristics
Phenotype
small segments of dna that contain information
genes
Brain and Spinal chord
Central Nervous system
cranial and spinal nerves
Peripheral nervous system
Heart Muscle, Smooth muscle, glands
Autonomic nervous system
Voluntary skeletal muscle
Somatic Nervous system
Rest and Digest
Parasympathetic Division
Active and Alert
Sympathetic Division
The PNS is divided into…
Autonomic nervous system, somatic nervous system
Autonomic nervous system is divided into…
Parasympathetic
Division
Plays an important role in communication between neurons. It is the producer of myelin and aids in blood-brain barrier functions ect.
Glial cells
DANGS
Dopamine
Acetylcholine
Norepinephrine
Serotonin
Also known as cell body. contains the nucleus and other compounds needed for cell maintenance and function.
Soma
A long projection that extends form a neuron’s soma. Transmits electrical impulses
Axon
fingerlike projections from a neuron’s soma. recieves incoming messages form other neurons,
Dendrites
fatty substance wrapped around axons that serve as its insulator
Myelin Sheath
Three types of Neurons
Sensory, Motor, Mirror
Arousal, Positive Emotions
Too High:
Too Low:
Dopamine
Schizophrenia
ADHD Depression
