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?

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

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

<p>Peripheral Nervous System (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>Schwann Cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Ependymal Cells?

<p>Producing CSF (Cerebrospinal Fluid) (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Allow impulses to travel faster (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Multiple Sclerosis (MS) characterized by?

<p>Attacking and destroying myelin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Nodes of Ranvier?

<p>Fast forwarding nerve impulses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when an axon is unmyelinated?

<p>Impulses travel slower than in myelinated axons (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the thalamus in the brain?

<p>Serves as a sensory doorway for sensory information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

Which neurotransmitter is predominantly used by somatic motor neurons?

<p>Acetylcholine (ACh) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of autonomic motor neurons?

<p>Involuntary control of smooth muscle, cardiac muscle, and glands (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Wernicke's area (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of Alzheimer's Disease?

<p>Impaired memory and emotions going together (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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