Week 3

Question 1

Describe the functions of the Cerebellum

Answer 1

Smooths and coordinates contractions of skeletal muscle

Coordination of skilled movement and balance

Question 2

Describe 4 ways or things that protect the brain and spinal cord

Answer 2

Bony protection
Blood-Brain Barrier
Cerebrospinal fluid
Meninges

Question 3

What are the 3 functions of Cerebrospinal fluid

Answer 3

Protects the brain and spinal cord
Provides the correct pH
Exchange of nutrients

Question 4

What is the function of the blood-brain barrier

Answer 4

Prevents harmful substances and pathogens to enter the blood to the brain tissue

Question 5

Explain the difference between Neurons and Neuroglia

Answer 5

Neurons conduct electrical impulses

Neuroglia support, protect and nourish neurons

Question 6

What crosses the synapse to stimulate a post-synaptic neuron?

Answer 6

Neurotransmitter

Question 7

Which lobe of the brain contains the primary motor area?

Answer 7

Frontal lobe

Question 8

Which part of the brain contains the primary auditory area

Answer 8

Temporal