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Nervous System
This category is for questions about the mechanical and chemical process of reactions to internal and external stimuli, ranging from the brain down to the spinal cord, and all nerves, cells and tissues in between.
3,047 Questions
What is the function of the autonomic motor?
Darn near everything, it controls salivation, breathing, sexual arousal, pupil dialation, really, anything that's automatic, it's a major part of the CNS.
What branch is responsible for monitoring changes in equilibrium?
The branch responsible for monitoring changes in equilibrium is typically the field of economics, particularly within macroeconomics. Economists analyze various indicators, such as supply and demand, inflation, and employment rates, to assess economic equilibrium. Additionally, regulatory bodies like central banks and government agencies may also monitor these changes to implement policies aimed at stabilizing the economy.
From the head to tail; refers to neurological development that proceeds from the head downward.
What causes a crusty stickey feeling just inside the nose nearest the upper lip?
Is there a brown scab that blisters and weeps? Small red spots that itch? If so, it could possibly be impetigo. I'm not sure, but I have had it several times before, and it sounds about the same as what you are describing. You need to see a doctor about it, as if it is impetigo, it is rather contagious and needs to be treated.
What is a good way to remember the definition of autonomic nervous system?
The autonomic nervous system is always on automatic. You don't have to think about it. When it needs to speed up, it speeds up. when it needs to slow down, it slows down. It is all automatic.
What carries impulses away from neuron cell bodies?
The axon of the neurone carries the impulse away from the cell body. The axon of the neurone carries the impulse away from the cell body.
What can cause muscle weakness without affecting the nervous system?
Lack of sleep, hydration, and proper nutrition could do this. Many people will feel sluggish and their muscles may feel heavy causes them to feel weaker or lazy. Hydration and nutrtion are equally important because simply, if the muscles do not have necessary energy to move, you may experience muscle fatigue. That's why all of the above are important.
What makes sensation possible?
There are many things that make sensation possible. The nerves in the human body are the most responsible for feeling sensation.
What coordinates muscular activity?
The cerebellum, the nervous system and oxygenated blood. A stroke can stop many areas of the brain from functioning properly because it must have oxygen, water, blood, nutrients, and hormones to keep it working correctly. The nerves will be affected too. That is why you see paralysis often on people who suffer strokes. When there are tumors they can affect the entire body and the brain muscles or functions.
Which neurotransmitter acts to facilitate learning?
Learning consists of:
-Determining how good or bad the behavior is
-Strengthening connections if the behavior is good, and
-Weaking connections if not.
The first line is an open question in science today,
glutamate is the main excitatory neurotransmitter,
and GABA is the main inhibitory neurotransmitter.
Can the InterStim device be implanted on the inside of the body?
That is the only way it can be used.
How can you take care of your sense organs?
to take care your sense organ if you take computer don't take too,long.if you want some music don't make it too,loud.because your ear drum will burst and clean your ears everyday,clean your nose with tissuie and don't smile bad oders........
What are some actions that are automatic responses to stimulus?
Example: Touching something hot - stimulus. Pull hand away- response.
