Instructions
For your Midterm essay exam, you will complete 10 short answer essay questions which focus on the text chapters. Midterm essay answers must be attached as Word documents to the appropriate assignment page, not typed into the assignment student comments boxes. Each answer should be meet the 300 word requirement. Writing should be at a graduate level with complete, well-developed sentences and paragraphs and written in APA format 7th ed. Proper APA in-text references, title page, and full-text reference pages should be utilized. Block-style or frequent quoting will result in formatting/writing deductions. Students should preview the grading rubric for further direction and information before they begin the writing process.
Answer the questions below in your Midterm exam.
1. Explain the function and process of a neuron’s refractory period.
2. Describe how the brain transports essential chemicals.
3. Describe the main properties of neuropeptides (neuromodulators).
4. Describe the basic functions and components of the autonomic
nervous system.
5. Describe the major brain mechanisms of eating and hunger.
6. Describe the key functions of the major pathways in the visual
cortex.
7. Describe the behavioral effects of pheromones in humans.
8. Describe the nature of Parkinson’s disease. Include a discussion of
its causes and possible treatments.
9. Describe the relationship of conscious decisions and movements.
What may this relationship reveal about consciousness?
10. Describe how light resets the SCN.
