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Student Objectives 10. Explain how action potentials are generated

When you have completed the exercises in this
chapter, you will have accomplished the following
objectives:
Functions and Divisions of the Nervous System
1. List the basic functions of the nervous system.
and propagated along neurons.
11. Define absolute and relative refractory periods.
12. Define saltatory conduction and contrast it to
conduction along unmyelinated fibers.
The Synapse and Neurotransmitters
and Their Receptors

2. Explain the structural and functional divisions 13. Define synapse. Distinguish between electrical
of the nervous system. and chemical synapses by structure and by the
way they transmit information.
Histology of Nervous Tissue
14. Distinguish between excitatory and inhibitory
3. List the types of neuroglia and cite their
postsynaptic potentials.
functions.

15. Describe how synaptic events are integrated

4. Define neuron, describe its important
and modified.
structural components, and relate each to a

16. Define neurotransmitter and name several

functional role.

classes of neurotransmitters.
5. Differentiate between a nerve and a tract, and
between a nucleus and a ganglion. Basic Concepts of Neural Integration

6. Explain the importance of the myelin sheath 17. Describe common patterns of neuronal organi­
and describe how it is formed in the central zation and processing.
and peripheral nervous systems. 18. Distinguish between serial and parallel process­
7. Classify neurons structurally and functionally. ing.

Membrane Potentials Developmental Aspects of Neurons

8. Define resting membrane potential and

19. Describe how neurons develop and form
describe its electrochemical basis.
synapses.
9. Compare and contrast graded potentials and
action potentials.

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CNS.

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2. Relative to neuron anatomy, match the anatomical terms in Column B with

the appropriate descriptions of function in Column A. Place the correct answers
in the answer blanks.

Column A Column B

1. Releases neurotransmitters A. Axon

2. Conducts local currents toward B. Axon terminal

the soma
C. Cell body
3. Increases the speed of impulse
transmission D. Dendrite

4. Location of the nucleus E. Myelin sheath

5. Conducts impulses away from the F. Nissl bodies

cell body

6. Most are located and protected within

the CNS

7. Short, tapering, diffusely branched extension

from the cell body

8. The process called a nerve fiber

9. Formed by Schwann cells in the PNS

10. Clustered ribosomes and rough ER

11. Patchy disappearance in multiple sclerosis

12. Site of biosynthetic activities

3. Circle the term that does not belong in each of the following groupings.

1. Nucleus Soma Centrioles Nucleolus

2. Mitochondria Rough ER Ribosomes Nissl bodies

3. Melanin Glycogen Lipofuscin Pigment

4. Dendritic spine Input Output Receptive

5. Axon terminal Synaptic knob Bouton Axon collateral

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4. Figure 11.2 is a diagram of a neuron. First, label the parts with leader lines on
the illustration. Then, choose different colors for each of the structures listed
below and color the illustration. Finally, draw arrows on the figure to indicate
the direction of impulse transmission along the neuron's membrane.

o Axon o Nerve cell body o Neurilemma

o Dendrites o Myelin sheath

Figure 11.2
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5. In Figure 11.6, identify by coloring the following structures, which are typically
part of a chemical synapse. Also, bracket the synaptic cleft, and identify the
arrows showing (1) the direction of the presynaptic impulse and (2) the
direction of net neurotransmitter movements.

0 Axon terminal 0 Postsynaptic membrane 0 Presynaptic membrane

0 Mitochondria 0 Na+ ions 0 Ca 2 + ions

0 K+ ions 0 Chemically gated channels 0 Synaptic vesicles

0 Postsynaptic neurotransmitter receptors 0 Neurotransmitter molecules

Figure 11.6

6. Using the key choices, select the phase of action potential generation described
in the following statements. Write the correct key letter in the answer blanks.

Key Choices
A. Depolarizing phase C. Repolarization, J, in Na+ permeability E. Resting state

B. Hyperpolarization D. Repolarization, i in K+ permeability

1. Voltage change caused by sodium influx opens more Na + channels

2. All voltage-gated Na+ and K+ channels are closed

3. Na+ entry declines, voltage-gated K+ channels open

4. Produces the undershoot

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5. Only leakage channels are open

6. Na + inactivation gates closing

7. Na + voltage-sensitive activation gates open

8. AP spike reverses direction

9. Na + channels resetting to resting state position; K+ entry

continues

7. On Figure 11. 7, several types of chemical synapses are illustrated. Identify each
type, using the key choices. Color the diagram as you wish.

Key Choices
A. Axoaxonic B. Axodendritic C. Axosomatic D. Dendrodendritic

Figure 11.7

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One anticipated response

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2. Refer to Figure 11.8, showing a reflex arc, as you complete the following exer­
cise. First, briefly answer the following questions by writing your answers in
the answer blanks.

1. What is the stimulus?

2. What tissue is the effector?

3. How many synapses occur in this reflex arc? - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Next, select different colors for each of the following structures, and use them
to color the diagram. Finally, draw arrows on the figure indicating the
direction of impulse transmission through this reflex pathway.

o Receptor region o Association neuron o Effector

o Sensory neuron o Motor neuron

Figure 11.8
 The Central Nervous System
Student Objectives
When you have completed the exercises in this
chapter, you will have accomplished the folluwing
ubjectives:
The Brain
1. Describe the process of brain development.
2. Name the major regions of the adult brain.
3. Name and locate the ventricles of the brain.
4. List the major lobes, fissures, and functional
areas of the cerebral cortex.
19. Indicate the cause (if known) and major signs
5. Explain lateralization of hemisphere function.
6. Differentiate between commissures, association
fibers, and projection fibers.
7. Describe the general function of the basal
nuclei (basal ganglia).
20. Describe the embryonic development of the
8. Describe the location of the diencephalon, and
name its subdivisions and functions.
9. Identify the three major regions of the brain
stem, and note the functions of each area.
22. List the major spinal cord tracts, and classify
10. Describe the structure and function of the cere­
bellum.
11. Locate the limbic system and the reticular for­
mation, and explain the role of each functional
system.
Higher Mental Functions
12. Define EEG and distinguish between alpha,
beta, theta, and delta brain waves.
13. Describe consciousness clinically.
14. Compare and contrast the events and
importance of slow-wave and REM sleep, and
indicate how their patterns change through life.
15. Compare and contrast the stages and categories
of memory.
16. Describe the relative roles of the major brain
structures believed to be involved in declarative
and procedural memories.
Protection of the Brain
17. Describe how meninges, cerebrospinal fluid,
and the blood-brain barrier protect the CNS.
18. Describe the formation of cerebrospinal fluid,
and follow its circulatory pathway.
and symptoms of cerebrovascular accidents,
Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and
Huntington'S disease.
The Spinal Cord
spinal cord.
21. Describe the gross and microscopic structure of
the spinal cord.
each as a motor or sensory tract.
23. Distinguish between flaccid and spastic paraly­
sis, and between paralysis and paresthesia.
Diagnostic Procedures for Assessing CNS
Dysfunction
24. List and explain several techniques used to
diagnose brain disorders.
Developmental Aspects of the Central Nervous
System
25. Indicate several maternal factors that can
impair development of the nervous system in
an embryo.
26. Explain the effects of aging on the brain.
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3. Figure 12.2 is a diagram of the right lateral view of the human brain. First,
match the letters on the diagram with the following list of terms and insert the
appropriate letters in the answer blanks. Then, select different colors for each
of the areas of the brain with a color coding circle and use them to color the
diagram. If an identified area is part of a lobe, use the color you selected for the
lobe but use stripes for that area.

o 1. Frontal lobe 7. Lateral fissure

o
2. Parietal lobe 8. Central sulcus

o 3. Temporal lobe o 9. Cerebellum

o 4. Precentral gyrus o 10. Medulla

5. Parieto-occipital fissure o 11. Occipital lobe

o 6. Postcentral gyrus o 12. Pons

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4. Figure 12.3 illustrates a lisee-through" brain showing the positioning of the ven­
tricles and connecting canals or apertures. Correctly identify all structures hav­
ing leader lines by using the key choices provided below. One of the lateral ven­
tricles has already been identified. Color the spaces filled with cerebrospinal
fluid blue.

Key Choices
A. Anterior horn D. Fourth ventricle G. Lateral aperture

B. Central canal E. Inferior horn H. Third ventricle

C. Cerebral aqueduct F. Interventricular foramen

_--Lateral
ventricle

Figure 12.3
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5. Figure 12.4 shows a left lateral view of the brain with some of its functional
areas indicated by numbers. These areas are listed below. Identify each cortical
area by its corresponding number on the diagram. Color the diagram as you
wish.

Primary motor cortex Primary somatosensory cortex

Premotor cortex Somatosensory association cortex

Visual cortex Auditory cortex

Prefrontal cortex Broca's area

Frontal eye field Wernicke's area

Posterior association area

Central sulcus
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Figure 12.4
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9. Figure 12.5 is a diagram of the sagittal view of the human brain. First, match
the letters on the diagram with the following list of terms and insert the appro­
priate letters in the answer blanks. Then, color the brain stem areas blue and
the areas where cerebrospinal fluid is found yellow.

1. Cerebellum 10. Hypothalamus

2. Cerebral aqueduct 11. Medulla oblongata

3. Cerebral hemisphere 12. Optic chiasma

4. Cerebral peduncle 13. Pineal body

5. Choroid plexus 14. Pituitary gland

6. Corpora quadrigemina 15. Pons

7. Corpus callosum 16. Thalamus (interthalamic

adhesion)
8. Fornix
17. Third ventricle
9. Fourth ventricle

ABC D

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Protection of the Brain

1. Figure 12.9 shows a frontal view of the meninges of the brain at the level of the
superior sagittal (dural) sinus. First, label arachnoid villi and falx cerebri on the
figure. Then, select different colors for each of the following structures and use
them to color the diagram.

o Dura mater o Pia mater

o Arachnoid o Subarachnoid space

Scalp -+------..

Bone of skull
Superior
sagittal
sinus

Gray matter
of cerebral
cortex

Figure 12.9

2. Referring again to the structures in Figure 12.9, identify the meningeal [or
associated) structures described here. Write the correct terms in the answer
blanks.

1. Innermost covering of the brain; delicate and vascular

2. Structures that return cerebrospinal fluid to the venous blood

in the dural sinuses

3. Its outer layer forms the periosteum of the skull

4. Contains cerebrospinal fluid

5. Location of major arteries and veins

6. Contains venous blood

7. Attaches to crista galli of the ethmoid bone

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2. Figure 12.10 is a cross-sectional view of the spinal cord. First identify the areas

listed in the key choices by inserting the correct letters next to the appropriate

leader lines on parts A and B of the figure. Then, color the bones of the

vertebral column in part B gold.

Key Choices
A. Central canal E. Dorsal root I. Ventral horn

B. Columns of white matter F. Dorsal root ganglion J. Ventral root

C. Conus medullaris G. Filum terminale

D. Dorsal horn H. Spinal nerve

On part A, color the butterfly-shaped gray matter gray, and color the spinal
nerves and roots yellow. Finally, select different colors to identify the following
structures and use them to color the figure.

o Pia mater o Dura mater o Arachnoid mater

--.,..::;~,....- ----
~ Spinal
cord

Figure 12.10 B