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What is the structural and functional unit of the nervous system responsible for transmitting information?
What is the structural and functional unit of the nervous system responsible for transmitting information?
- Neuron (correct)
- Gene
- Bacteria
- Virus
Which part of the nervous system is responsible for integration and processing of sensory information?
Which part of the nervous system is responsible for integration and processing of sensory information?
- Central Nervous System (CNS) (correct)
- Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
- Endocrine System
- Excretory System
What are the protective layers covering the brain and spinal cord called?
What are the protective layers covering the brain and spinal cord called?
- Meninges (correct)
- Periosteum
- Ganglia
- Epidermis
What are the small, supportive cells in the nervous system responsible for immune defense and maintaining homeostasis?
What are the small, supportive cells in the nervous system responsible for immune defense and maintaining homeostasis?
Which part of the brain is responsible for controlling motor coordination, balance, and muscle tone?
Which part of the brain is responsible for controlling motor coordination, balance, and muscle tone?
What are the functional units of the nervous system that transmit information from sensory organs to the CNS called?
What are the functional units of the nervous system that transmit information from sensory organs to the CNS called?
What is the main function of the nervous system?
What is the main function of the nervous system?
Which division of the nervous system is responsible for carrying inputs from sensors to the brain along afferent nerves?
Which division of the nervous system is responsible for carrying inputs from sensors to the brain along afferent nerves?
What do dendrites of a neuron carry?
What do dendrites of a neuron carry?
Which type of nervous system activity is voluntary and under conscious control?
Which type of nervous system activity is voluntary and under conscious control?
What is the main function of the autonomic nervous system?
What is the main function of the autonomic nervous system?
What is the role of acetylcholine (ACh) in the nervous system?
What is the role of acetylcholine (ACh) in the nervous system?
Which cells in the nervous system provide support, insulation, and nutrients to neurons?
Which cells in the nervous system provide support, insulation, and nutrients to neurons?
What is the function of efferent nerves in the nervous system?
What is the function of efferent nerves in the nervous system?
What is the primary function of axons in neurons?
What is the primary function of axons in neurons?
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