Neuroglia Types and Functions

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What is the function of Neuroglia in the nervous system?

Carry electrical impulses

Conduct electrical impulses

Wrap around axons

Support Neurons (correct)

Where does Myelin wrap around in the nervous system?

Dendrites

Axon (correct)

Neuron

Cell body

What is the main role of the Central Nervous System?

Support Neurons

Control voluntary movements

Process incoming information (correct)

Carry electrical impulses

Which division of Motor Neurons is responsible for the 'Fight or Flight' response?

Sympathetic Signup and view all the answers

In which part of the Nervous System can Neurons be repaired?

Peripheral Nervous System Signup and view all the answers

'Rest and Digest' functions are controlled by which subdivision of Motor Neurons?

Parasympathetic Signup and view all the answers

Which cells are responsible for making myelin sheaths in the Peripheral Nervous System?

Schwann Cells Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Ependymal Cells?

Producing CSF (Cerebrospinal Fluid) Signup and view all the answers

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

Allow impulses to travel faster Signup and view all the answers

What is Multiple Sclerosis (MS) characterized by?

Attacking and destroying myelin Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Nodes of Ranvier?

Fast forwarding nerve impulses Signup and view all the answers

What happens when an axon is unmyelinated?

Impulses travel slower than in myelinated axons Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the thalamus in the brain?

Serves as a sensory doorway for sensory information Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the limbic system is responsible for storing memory?

Hippocampus Signup and view all the answers

Which neurotransmitter is predominantly used by somatic motor neurons?

Acetylcholine (ACh) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of autonomic motor neurons?

Involuntary control of smooth muscle, cardiac muscle, and glands Signup and view all the answers

Which area of the brain is associated with Broca's aphasia?

Wernicke's area Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of Alzheimer's Disease?

Impaired memory and emotions going together Signup and view all the answers