Glencoe Biology

Alton Biggs

Chapter 33

Nervous System - all with Video Answers

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Chapter Questions

Problem 1

For each set of terms below, choose the one term that does not belong and explain why it does not belong.
axon- dendrite-reflex arc

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Problem 2

For each set of terms below, choose the one term that does not belong and explain why it does not belong.
cell body- synapse- neurotransmitter

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Problem 3

For each set of terms below, choose the one term that does not belong and explain why it does not belong.
myelin-node-threshold

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Problem 4

Use the diagram below to answer question(DIAGRAM CAN'T COPY)
What is occurring in the diagram above?
A. $K^{+}$ ions are entering the neuron.
B. Negatively charged proteins are leaving the neuron.
C. $\mathrm{Na}^{+}$ ions are entering the neuron.
D. The myelin coat has broken down, allowing ions
to freely cross the plasma membrane.

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Problem 5

Which is the correct path a nerve impulse will follow in a reflex arc?
A. motor neuron $\rightarrow$ interneuron $\rightarrow$ sensory neuron
B. interneuron $\rightarrow$ motor neuron $\rightarrow$ sensory neuron
C. motor neuron $\rightarrow$ sensory neuron $\rightarrow$ interneuron
D. sensory neuron $\rightarrow$ interneuron $\rightarrow$ motor neuron

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Problem 6

Short Answer Hypothesize why it takes more energy for a nerve impulse to travel an axon that lacks myelin as opposed to an axon that has myelin.

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Problem 7

Short Answer Explain the following analogy: $\mathrm{A}$ neuron is like a one-way street, while a nerve is like a two-way street.

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Problem 8

Infer In most animals, an action potential will travel only in one direction along a neuron. Infer what the result might be in humans if nerve impulses could travel in both directions on a single neuron.

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Problem 9

For each set of terms below, choose the one term that does not belong and explain why it does not belong.
somatic system - parasympathetic system $-$ sympathetic system

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Problem 10

For each set of terms below, choose the one term that does not belong and explain why it does not belong.
cerebrum- pons- -medulla oblongata

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Problem 11

For each set of terms below, choose the one term that does not belong and explain why it does not belong.
autonomic nervous system - somatic nervous system - - central nervous system

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Problem 12

Which is characteristic of the sympathetic division of the autonomic system?
A. stimulates digestion
B. dilates the bronchi
C. slows the heart rate
D. converts glucose to glycogen

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Problem 13

Use the diagram below to answer question. (DIAGRAM CAN'T COPY)
If the portion indicated by the arrow was damaged due to trauma, what effects would this person most likely experience?
A. partial or complete memory loss
B. body temperature fluctuations
C. trouble maintaining balance
D. rapid breathing

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Problem 14

Which nervous system is the hypothalamus most involved in regulating?
A. voluntary
B. peripheral
C. sensory
D. autonomic

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Problem 15

Open Ended Suppose you are on the debate team at school. You must support the following statement: The autonomic nervous system is more involved with homeostasis than the somatic nervous system. Build your case.

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Problem 16

Critique You might have heard the statement "humans use only ten percent of their brains." Use the Internet or other sources to compile evidence that either supports or refutes this idea.

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Problem 17

Analyze The human cerebrum is disproportionately large compared to the cerebrum of other animals. What advantage does this give to humans?

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Problem 18

Distinguish between the terms in each of the following sets:
rods-cones

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Problem 19

Distinguish between the terms in each of the following sets:
cochlea- semicircular canals

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Problem 20

Distinguish between the terms in each of the following sets:
retina- -taste buds

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Problem 21

If there were a power outage in a movie theater and only a few dim emergency lights were lit, which cells of the retina would be most important for seeing your way to the exit?
A. rods
B. cones
C. Rods and cones are equally important.

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Problem 22

Which represents the correct sequence as sound waves travel in the ear to trigger an impulse?
A. cochlea, incus, stape, eardrum
B. tympanum, bones in the middle ear, cochlea, hair cellsss
C. auditory canal, tympanum, hair cells, cochlea
D. hair cells, auditory canal, cochlea, malleus

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Problem 23

With which sense are free nerve endings associated?
A. taste
B. hearing
C. touch
D. sight

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Problem 24

Use the diagram below to answer question. (DIAGRAM CAN'T COPY)
Some rides at amusement parks cause a person to become dizzy when the ride stops. Which structure in the diagram is most likely involved with the dizzy feeling?
A. $A$
B. $B$
C. $C$
D. $D$

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Problem 25

Open Ended A rare condition exists in which a person cannot feel pain. Is this desirable or undesirable? Explain your response.

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Problem 26

Explain You have receptors for light (soft) touch all over your body. In terms of what you know about the nervous system, why are you not always conscious of things like wearing clothes or a wristwatch?

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Problem 27

Categorize Rate the senses from 1 to 5 in order of importance (with 1 representing the most important.) Be prepared to debate this issue with other students in the class.

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Problem 28

Explain the difference between the terms in each set. Then explain how the terms are related.
stimulants - depressants

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Problem 29

Explain the difference between the terms in each set. Then explain how the terms are related.
tolerance- addiction

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Problem 30

Explain the difference between the terms in each set. Then explain how the terms are related.
dopamine-drug

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Problem 31

Which of the following decreases brain activity?
A. nicotine
B. amphetamines
C. cocaine
D. alcohol

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Problem 32

What is the most likely function of amphetamines?
A. to stimulate the sympathetic nervous system
B. to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system
C. to stimulate the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems equally
D. do not affect either the sympathetic or parasympathetic nervous system

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Problem 33

Use the diagram below to answer question. (DIAGRAM CAN'T COPY)
If a person is suffering from depression, which drug is one recommended treatment of the presynaptic neuron?
A. one that increases the re-uptake of dopamine.
B. one that increases the production of dopamine
C. one that decreases the receptors for dopamine
D. one that decreases the re-uptake of dopamine

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Problem 34

Short Answer What does it mean when someone is addicted to a drug?

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Problem 35

Open Ended Discuss what consequences might arise if a person's gene for the production of dopamine was defective.

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Problem 36

Defend Form a conclusion about the following statement: "It is more difficult for someone to get addicted to drugs than it is to stop using drugs." Defend your position.

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Problem 37

Writing in Biology Write a short story about a person who heard a loud noise and became afraid. Include in your story events that might occur in each division of the nervous system during such an experience.

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Problem 38

(TABLE CAN'T COPY).
Does there appear to be a correlation between body size and brain weight?

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Problem 39

(TABLE CAN'T COPY).
Discuss possible explanations (in terms of adaptations) that would account for your response to question 38.

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Problem 40

Evaluate the role of fungi on Earth. (Chapter 20 )

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Problem 41

Examine the adaptations that have made arthropods the most evolutionarily successful animals. (Chapter $26)$

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Problem 42

Make an argument for or against the following statement: The skin should be considered an organ rather than a tissue. (Chapter 32 )

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