Nervous System and Neurons Overview

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What type of signals do neurons use to communicate?

  • Electrical signals only
  • Magnetic signals
  • Both electrical and chemical signals (correct)
  • Chemical signals only

Where does the processing of information take place in the nervous system?

  • Ganglia only
  • Brain only
  • Peripheral nervous system (PNS)
  • In simple clusters of neurons called ganglia or a more complex organization of neurons called a brain. (correct)

Which animal is mentioned as a good model for studying neuron function due to its extremely large nerve cells?

  • Mantle
  • Arm
  • Squid (correct)
  • Cone snail

What is the function of dendrites in a neuron?

<p>Receive signals from other neurons (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What stage involves the detection of external stimuli and internal conditions in the nervous system?

<p>Sensory input (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the nervous system, where does integration take place?

<p>In the central nervous system (CNS) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does signal transmission occur in a neuron?

<p>Synapse (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of ganglia in the nervous system?

<p>To process information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where do nerves with giant axons, ganglia, and the brain belong within the nervous system?

<p>Central nervous system (CNS) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of neurotransmitters in signal transmission between neurons?

<p>Passing information across the synapse (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of a neuron has most of its organelles located in it?

<p>Cell body (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the axon in a neuron?

<p>Transmit signals to other cells at synapses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?

<p>Bring information into and out of the CNS (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cells nourish or insulate most neurons in the nervous system?

<p>Glia (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of axons in a neuron?

<p>Passing electrical signals away from the cell body (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which part of a neuron does the transmission of information occur?

<p>Axon (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following ions is important in the electrochemical signaling process of neurons?

<p>Sodium and potassium (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How might increased branching of an axon help coordinate responses to signals communicated by the nervous system?

<p>Enhance communication with other neurons (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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