Introduction to the Central Nervous System Quiz
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Which structures are part of the central nervous system?

  • Cerebral hemispheres and cerebellum
  • Brain stem and spinal cord
  • Meninges
  • All of the above (correct)
  • What is the function of the meninges?

  • To cover the entire central nervous system (correct)
  • To transmit nerve signals
  • To protect the brain only
  • To cover the cerebral hemispheres
  • Where do the meninges extend to in the body?

  • The lower back (correct)
  • The neck
  • The arms and legs
  • The entire body
  • What is the actual definition of the central nervous system?

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    What is the name of the headless chicken mentioned in the text?

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    Study Notes

    Central Nervous System

    • The central nervous system (CNS) consists of the brain and spinal cord.

    Meninges

    • The meninges are three-layered protective membranes that cover the CNS.
    • The function of the meninges is to protect the CNS from mechanical injury and infection.

    Extension of Meninges

    • The meninges extend to the optic nerve, the spinal nerves, and the roots of the spinal nerves.

    Definition of CNS

    • The central nervous system is defined as the part of the nervous system that integrates and coordinates the functions of the body, consisting of the brain and spinal cord.

    Mike the Headless Chicken

    • Mike, also known as Miracle Mike, was a chicken that lived for 18 months without its head.

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    Test your knowledge of the central nervous system with this introductory quiz! Learn about the cerebral hemispheres, cerebellum, brain stem, and spinal cord, as you explore the fundamental components of the central nervous system.

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