Reference no: EM133416612
Questions:
1. Define biological psychology, neurogenesis and explain why psychologists are interested in human biology.
2. List the major components of the nervous system and describe their functions.
3. Distinguish between the basic components of the central and peripheral nervous systems.
4. Explain the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.
5. Describe the functions of neurons and glial cells.
6. List the three types of neurons and explain their functions.
7. Identify the basic parts of a neuron and describe their functions.
8. Explain action potential, stimulus threshold and resting potential.
9. Describe the all-or-none principle of neural transmission.
10. Describe the role neurotransmitters play in communication between neurons.
11. Identify several neurotransmitters and discuss their known or suspected effects.
12. Describe the basic function of the endocrine system.