Physiology of Behavior, Global Edition 13th Edition
Neil Carlson, Melissa Birkett
1292430281/ 978-1292430287
Pearson
+ 150 questions and answers - all chapters covered
+ 86 core concepts explained briefly
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, 150 questions and answers
Chapter 1: Introduction to Behavioral Neuroscience
Questions
1. What is behavioral neuroscience?
2. How does behavioral neuroscience differ from psychology?
3. What role do neurons play in behavior?
4. Explain the relationship between the brain and behavior.
5. What are the major components of the nervous system?
6. What is the central nervous system composed of?
7. What is the peripheral nervous system, and what role does it play?
8. What is the significance of the brain in controlling behavior?
9. Define "neuroplasticity" and explain its importance in behavioral
neuroscience.
10. How does neuroplasticity relate to learning?
Answers for Chapter 1
1. Behavioral neuroscience is the study of the brain and nervous
system in relation to behavior.
2. Behavioral neuroscience focuses on the biological processes that
underpin behavior, while psychology studies mental processes and
behaviors more broadly.
3. Neurons transmit electrical signals throughout the nervous system,
which is critical for all behavior.
4. The brain processes information and generates behaviors through
complex neural networks.
5. The nervous system consists of the brain, spinal cord, and
peripheral nerves.
6. The central nervous system includes the brain and spinal cord.
7. The peripheral nervous system connects the CNS to the rest of the
body, transmitting sensory and motor information.