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What is the main function of the nervous system?
What is the main function of the nervous system?
- Pumping blood throughout the body
- Sending messages between the brain and body (correct)
- Regulating body temperature
- Digesting food
A stimulus is best defined as:
A stimulus is best defined as:
- A factor in the environment that may trigger a nerve impulse (correct)
- A neuron's response to a signal
- A reaction to an external change
- A genetic mutation
What is a neuron's special ability?
What is a neuron's special ability?
- Carrying signals or impulses (correct)
- Producing hormones
- Regulating blood pressure
- Digesting nutrients
Which division of the nervous system serves as the main processing center?
Which division of the nervous system serves as the main processing center?
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What is the function of neurotransmitters in the nervous system?
What is the function of neurotransmitters in the nervous system?
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Which of the following is NOT a sense organ assisting the nervous system?
Which of the following is NOT a sense organ assisting the nervous system?
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What is the role of the response to a stimulus?
What is the role of the response to a stimulus?
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'Homeostasis' is related to which aspect of the nervous system?
'Homeostasis' is related to which aspect of the nervous system?
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'Balance' as part of the nervous system refers to:
'Balance' as part of the nervous system refers to:
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'Blood pressure' is an example of which type of stimuli?
'Blood pressure' is an example of which type of stimuli?
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