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What is the main function of gray matter in the nervous system?
Process information and integrate signals
Which region of the brain is primarily responsible for coordination and balance?
Cerebellum
What is the outermost meningeal layer that provides protection to the brain and spinal cord?
Dura mater
Which part of the nervous system is responsible for transmitting signals between different parts?
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What is the primary function of the olfactory nerve?
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Which cranial nerve is NOT involved in controlling eye movement?
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What is the primary role of the trigeminal nerve (Cranial Nerve V)?
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Among the diencephalon structures mentioned, which one is NOT part of it?
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What is a primary function of the thalamus within the diencephalon?
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Which statement about the diencephalon is NOT accurate?
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Which cranial nerve is responsible for controlling the muscles that move the eyeball laterally?
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What is the primary function of the pineal gland?
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Which structure is NOT a part of the diencephalon?
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What does damage to the thalamus primarily result in?
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Which cranial nerve controls the movement of the eye muscles, including the eyelid?
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Which part of the brain is not involved in memory and emotion processing?
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What are the two major components of the central nervous system?
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What is the main function of white matter in the nervous system?
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Which part of the nervous system is responsible for coordination and balance?
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What are the two main parts of the nervous system?
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