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Psychological Science – 7th Edition by Elizabeth A. Phelps, Elliot Berkman & Michael S. Gazzaniga | Chapter 3 Test Bank: Biology and Behavior | Verified A+ Exam Resource

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This verified test bank for Psychological Science (Seventh Edition) by Elizabeth A. Phelps, Elliot Berkman, and Michael S. Gazzaniga covers Chapter 3: Biology and Behavior. It includes comprehensive multiple-choice questions, true/false items, and detailed answer explanations focused on the biological bases of behavior, brain structure and function, neurotransmission, and the nervous system. Perfect for students preparing for exams, quizzes, or assignments, this updated and accurate resource is aligned with the latest textbook edition for guaranteed success.

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, Central Nervous System (CNS)
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Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
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All nerve cells in the body that are not part of the central nervous system.
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The Peripheral nervous system includes the somatic and autonomic nervous
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system

Neurons
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Neural Networks
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sensory nerves that provide information from the skin and muscles
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Motor Neurons
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direct muscles to contract or relax, thereby producing movement
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Inter-neurons
Relay stations facilitating communication between sensory and motor
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neurons

Dendrites
Branch-like extensions of the neuron that detect information from other
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neurons

Cell body
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The sit in the neuron where information from thousands of other neurons is
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collected and integrated am am




Axon
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from the cell body to the terminal buttons
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At the ends of acorns, small Doyle's that release chemical signals from the
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neuron into the synapse am am am




Synapse
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dendrites of a "receiving" neuron, where chemical communication occurs
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between the neurons am am

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Publisher: 2012 ISBN: 9780393918663 Edition: Unknown

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