Nervous System and Sensory Receptors Quiz
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Nervous System and Sensory Receptors Quiz

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Which type of receptors send signals to the brain to allow the body to sense and respond to variations in hot and cold temperatures?

  • Nociceptors
  • Mechanoreceptors
  • Thermoreceptors (correct)
  • Proprioceptors

    • Which nerves carry information about the different tissues of the body to the CNS?

  • Afferent nerves (correct)
  • Sensory nerves
  • Efferent nerves
  • Motor nerves

    • What is the function of efferent nerves in the nervous system?

  • Sending signals to the brain
  • Receiving sensory input or stimulus
  • Processing sensory input
  • Controlling muscles and glands (correct)

    • What is the major controlling, regulatory, and communicating system in the body?

    <p>Nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?

    <p>Carrying information between the CNS and the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

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