INTRODUCTORY PSYCHOLOGY OBJECTIVES QUIZ TWO

The Student Should Be Able to:

describe how psychologists study the nervous system

describe the three basic types parts of neurons - 4

mention some diseases associated with neuronal function such as  
multiple sclerosis or epilepsy -1

describe the synapse, including the activity of neurotransmitters and  
the messages they deliver

describe the central and peripheral nervous system -2

describe the somatic and autonomic divisions of the peripheral 
nervous
system

describe the functions of the sympathetic and parasympathetic  
divisions of the autonomic nervous system -1

describe how various brain scans map the brain -1

describe the functions of the major structures of the brain's core - 2

describe what the cortex is, where it is found, and the various  
functions found there

describe the cortex's division into two hemispheres, four lobes, and  
the basic functions of each - 4

describe how higher mental processes occur in the association cortex 
and resultant behavior from damage to the association cortex

describe the location and function of the motor and sensory cortex

The Student Should Also Be Able to:

describe the three basic steps in the process of sensation -1

explain how sensory receivers transform (transduce) physical energy

define absolute threshold and just noticeable difference

describe the different structures and functions of the visual system - 4

give examples of the threshold for the various human sensory systems and explain sensory adaptation - 1

explain color vision according to the actual process that occurs

describe the different structures and functions of the auditory system - 3

describe how the otoliths and semicircular canals give us a sense of balance and account for space sickness

describe the structure, function and location of olfaction and gustation receptor cells -1