The Rapid Leaf Movements Resulting from a Response to Touch

question 39

True/False

The rapid leaf movements resulting from a response to touch (thigmotropism)involve transmission of electrical impulses called action potentials.

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Definitions:

Cerebellum

A part of the brain located at the back of the skull, vital for coordinating movement and balance.

Nystagmus

Involuntary, rapid and repetitive movement of the eyes, which can be horizontal, vertical, or rotary.

Cerebellum

A part of the brain located at the base of the skull that is responsible for coordinating voluntary movements, balance, and posture.

Brainstem

The part of the brain that connects the cerebrum with the spinal cord and regulates vital functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.