Human Anatomy: Neuron and Nervous System Quiz
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What is the structure that acts like a pathway connection and transmits signals to other cells in the nervous system?

  • Myelin sheath
  • Synapse (correct)
  • Axon terminal
  • Dendrite

    • Which type of neurons allow us to receive information from the outside world through our senses?

  • Interneurons
  • Sensory neurons (correct)
  • Motor neurons
  • Neuroglia

    • What do motor neurons do?

  • Allow us to think, see, and perceive our surroundings
  • Transmit signals to other cells via synapses
  • Receive impulses from the spinal cord or brain and cause muscular contractions (correct)
  • Connect and communicate with each other in the brain

    • What is the mass of nerve cell bodies known as?

    <p>Peripheral ganglia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the basic constituents of the brain, spinal cord, ventral nerve cord, and peripheral ganglia?

    <p>Neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

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