5 Questions
Which part of the vertebrate nervous system is encased by cartilage or bone?
Dorsal nerve cord
What is the main function of the nervous system?
To receive, integrate and transmit information to other cells
What is the site of communication between two excitable cells called?
Synapse
Which part of the nervous system contains cerebrospinal fluid?
Hollow nerve cord
What is the variation in vertebrate brains mainly dependent on?
Functional requirements
Test your knowledge on the evolution of vertebrate nervous systems! Learn about the features and variations of vertebrate brains, including their highly cephalized nature and the encasement of the central nervous system by cartilage or bone. Explore the structure of the dorsal nerve cord and its role in containing cerebrospinal fluid. Challenge yourself to identify the common parts found in most vertebrate brains.
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