Explain how the somatic nervous system and the autonomic nervous system connect the CNS to effectors (be sure to include structural and functional components).

a. Explain how a graded membrane potential is created when a neurotransmitter is bound by a postsynaptic cell. b. Describe the major events of an action potential using the graph of membrane potential.

Parkinson’s disease, Huntington’s disease and Ataxia are motor dysfunctions. Describe and explain the hallmarks/symptoms and the affected brain regions /neurons affected per each disorder.  (answer max 12 sentences)

Intro to Neuro Question: The location of the synapses of descending cortical input to the cerebellum (the relay station) is the: Group of answer choices cerebral cortex. cerebellar cortex. medulla. pons. superior colliculus   Is this correct? The location of the synapses of descending cortical input to the cerebellum, serving as a relay station, is the: pons. Cortical input to the cerebellum is relayed through the pons in the form of pontocerebellar fibers, which synapse in the pontine nuclei. From there, fibers cross over (decussate) and enter the cerebellum.