Nervous Tissue and System Overview
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Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating blood pressure, heart rate, respiration, and other basic involuntary functions?

  • Pons
  • Cerebellum
  • Cerebral peduncles
  • Medulla (correct)
  • Which subsystem of the nervous system controls involuntary bodily functions and regulates glands?

  • Parasympathetic NS
  • Somatic NS
  • Sympathetic NS
  • Autonomic NS (correct)
  • Where are the cell bodies of the preganglionic axons located in the sympathetic nervous system?

  • Cranial area
  • Cerebral cortex
  • Lateral horn of the spinal cord (correct)
  • Sacral area
  • Which type of neuron has two extensions extending from the cell body - the axon and dendrites?

    <p>Bipolar Neuron</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the nervous system controls both voluntary and involuntary actions?

    <p>Spinal cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the brain acts as a primary relay and processing center for sensory information and autonomic control?

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

    What is the function of the Diencephalon in the brain?

    <p>Acts as a primary relay and processing center for sensory information and autonomic control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Midbrain in the brain?

    <p>Transmitting information necessary for vision and hearing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main feature of the nervous system?

    <p>Generating, modulating, and transmitting information from the brain and spinal cord to different parts of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the nervous system?

    <p>Generates, modulates, and transmits information from the brain and spinal cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the brain conducts signals to and from the brain and controls reflex activities?

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

    What is the function of the Thalamus in the brain?

    <p>Acts as a primary relay and processing center for sensory information and autonomic control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the nervous system controls both voluntary and involuntary actions?

    <p>Central NS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the cell bodies of the preganglionic axons located in the sympathetic nervous system?

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

    What is the function of neuroglia in the nervous system?

    <p>Forms support cells for neurons and provides protection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the brain is involved in motor control and sensory analysis?

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

    Where are the cell bodies of the preganglionic axons located in the sympathetic nervous system?

    <p>Segments T1 through L3 of the lateral horn of the spinal cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the nervous system regulates blood pressure, heart rate, respiration, and other basic involuntary functions?

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

    What is the function of the Autonomic Nervous System?

    <p>Regulates glands and controls involuntary bodily functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the brain works to maintain posture, coordination, and balance?

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

    Where do most of the 12 cranial nerves reside?

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

    Which part of the nervous system controls involuntary bodily functions and regulates glands?

    <p>Autonomic Nervous System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of neuroglia in the nervous system?

    <p>Provide support and protection for neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

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