9. Nervous System

Learning Objectives:

9.1.2 Name the two major groups of nervous system organs

9.2.3 Explain the general functions of the nervous system

9.4.7 Describe the general structure of a neuron

9.5 Explain how a membrane becomes polarized

9.6 Describe the events that lead to the conduction of a nerve impulse

9.7 Explain how information passes from one neuron to another

9.8 Describe the general ways in which the nervous system processes information

9.10 Name the parts of a reflex arc, and describe the function of each part

9.12 Describe the structure of the spinal cord and its major functions

9.13.17 Name the major parts and functions of the brain

9.13.18 Distinguish among motor, sensory, and association areas of the cerebral cortex

9.13.19 Describe the formation and function of cerebrospinal fluid

9.15.23 Describe the functions of the autonomic nervous system

9.15.24 Distinguish between the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions of the autonomic nervous system

Lab: Identify the gross anatomy of the central nervous system on a sheep brain

Lab: What stimuli regulate the behavior in fruit flies?

"Brainbow" from the Center of Brain Science at Harvard University