What is the basic messenger cell in your brain called?
Synapse
Neurotransmitter
Neuron
Cortex
What is the tiny gap between two neurons called?
Neuron
Synapse
Axon
Receptor
Which part of your brain is like the "CEO" for making decisions?
Limbic System
Prefrontal Cortex
Brain Stem
Neurotransmitters
What is the "just noticeable difference" between two stimuli called?
Absolute Threshold
Difference Threshold
Sensory Adaptation
Transduction
You walk into a room and later don't notice a smell. What is this called?
Difference Threshold
Transduction
Sensory Adaptation
Signal Detection
What are the specialized cells in your eyes and ears that receive information called?
Neurons
Sensory Receptors
Synapses
Neurotransmitters
What is the process of turning light/sound into a brain signal called?
Sensory Adaptation
Transduction
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Translation
Which brain part is most responsible for your emotions?
Limbic System
Prefrontal Cortex
Cortex
Cerebellum
The smallest amount of sound you can hear is your ______ for hearing.
Absolute Threshold
Difference Threshold
Sensory Limit
Detection Goal
The chemicals that carry messages across the synapse are called _____.
Hormones
Neurons
Neurotransmitters
Receptors