Animal Behavior Exam
I.
Structures and Functions of the Nervous system
a. The central nervous system consists of the ____________ and _______________.
b. Brain parts:
i. cerebrum
ii. Cerebellum
iii. brain stem.
iv. Hypothalamus
v. Pituitary gland
c. What is a neuron?
d. What are the two types of neurons? What is the function of each?
e. What are the parts of a neuron and describe the function of each part.
f. How do neurons communicate with each other?
g. Label and describe major components of the eye.
i. Retina
ii. Cornea
iii. Lens
iv. Iris
v. Optic nerve
vi. Photoreceptors: Rods vs. cons
vii. vitreous humor vs. aqueous humor
II.
Animal Behaviors
a. What is Classical Conditioning?
b. What is Operant conditioning?
c. Compare and contrast Learned vs. innate behaviors. What influences each?
d. What is habituation?
e. What is an example of a fixed actin pattern?
f. How is imprinting helpful for animals?
g. Provide examples/descriptions of the following behaviors.
i. Social behaviors
ii. Behavior cycles
iii. Reproductive behaviors/Courtship
iv. Competition
v. Communication
1. What would be an example of an animal signal?