Biological basis of Behavior

Which of the following is NOT a part of the endocrine system.

the endocrine system sends chemical messages called

Which of the following is NOT a basic part of a neuron?

The EEG monitors

The genetic transmission of characteristics from parents to their offspring.

The brain and spinal cord make up the

Which of the following is NOT true of identical twins?

The centuries old question of whether genetics or society has the greater impact on behavior

The basic building blocks of heredity

hormone produced by the adrenal glands

The_______________are the smaller branches of nerves that reach the parts of the body.

chemical messengers that are sent through the bloodstream

an imaging technique used to study the brain and pinpoint injuries and brain deterioration.

Which of the following hormones is important to the physical development of men?

The nervous system and endocrine system

The spinal cord is protected by ________________________.

________________are the gaps between neurons.

refers to the part of the peripheral nervous system that controls voluntary activities.

In a grand mal seizure

_________________are the chemical messengers released by the neurons.

refers to the part of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary activities.

The brain’s ______________hemisphere controls speech in most people.

The mind remains a _____________________.

A white, fatty substance called the _______insulates and protects the axon for some neurons.

twins that develop from two fertilized eggs