1. Explain the major concepts of evolutionary theory, such as natural selection and variation.
2. Identify several methods used to study the brain and give a significant finding associated with each.
3. Identify the major structures and specialized functions of the brain.
4. Cite examples of how the endocrine system affects mood and emotion.
5. List and describe the major divisions and subdivisions of the nervous system and the functions of each.
6. Describe the structure of a neuron.
7. Explain the mechanism of neural transmission.
8. Describe the process of synaptic transmission and list the six important neurotransmitters.
9. Describe hemispheric separation and individual differences pertaining to it.
10. Explain how amnesic patients can be studied to understand normal memory processes.