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What is the function of dendrites in a neuron?
What is the function of dendrites in a neuron?
- Contain the cell nucleus
- Connect with other neurons
- Insulate the nerve fiber
- Transmit impulses to the axon (correct)
Which division of the nervous system controls involuntary responses such as heart rate?
Which division of the nervous system controls involuntary responses such as heart rate?
- Parasympathetic Nervous System
- Sympathetic Nervous System (correct)
- Central Nervous System
- Peripheral Nervous System
What is the main role of the myelin sheath in a neuron?
What is the main role of the myelin sheath in a neuron?
- Transmit impulses towards the cell body
- Connect with other neurons
- Contain the cell nucleus
- Insulate the nerve fiber (correct)
Which structure forms intermittent gaps in the myelin sheath known as Nodes of Ranvier?
Which structure forms intermittent gaps in the myelin sheath known as Nodes of Ranvier?
What is the function of the cerebrospinal fluid in the nervous system?
What is the function of the cerebrospinal fluid in the nervous system?
Which type of nerve fibers are composed of both afferent and efferent fibers?
Which type of nerve fibers are composed of both afferent and efferent fibers?
Which nervous system is responsible for 'FIGHT AND FLIGHT' response?
Which nervous system is responsible for 'FIGHT AND FLIGHT' response?
What is the main function of the glossopharyngeal nerve?
What is the main function of the glossopharyngeal nerve?
What is the primary result of abnormal paroxysmal discharges in the cerebral cortex?
What is the primary result of abnormal paroxysmal discharges in the cerebral cortex?
What do neurotransmitters primarily do?
What do neurotransmitters primarily do?
Which symptom is defined as 'a sensation that is usually a manifestation of vestibular dysfunction'?
Which symptom is defined as 'a sensation that is usually a manifestation of vestibular dysfunction'?
What is the main effect of peripheral blood vessels constricting in the body?
What is the main effect of peripheral blood vessels constricting in the body?
