Neurons and Brain Functioning

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What are the three main categories into which neurons can be broadly divided?

  • Receptors, transmitters, and connectors
  • Input, output, and processing neurons
  • Conscious, subconscious, and unconscious neurons
  • Sensory, motor, and interneurons (correct)

Which type of neurons are involved in the process of generating a physical response?

  • Interneurons
  • Sensory neurons
  • Motor neurons (correct)
  • Receptor neurons

What is the role of interneurons in the brain?

  • Receiving sensory input
  • Generating physical responses
  • Processing and storing information (correct)
  • Facilitating external communication

How are neurons described in the text?

<p>As the building blocks of the brain (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about the interconnectedness of neurons in the brain?

<p>It leads to an increase in processing complexity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text compare the interconnected cells in the brain to computers?

<p>The true processing complexity arises from interconnectedness of cells like computers linked through the Internet (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what happens to neurons as we age?

<p>Neurons become more complex and interconnected (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of glial cells in the brain?

<p>Supporting and protecting the brain (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about neurons is true, according to the passage?

<p>Neurons are the functional building blocks of the brain (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as one of the functions of neurons in the passage?

<p>Digesting food (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the significance of increased interconnectivity among neurons?

<p>It makes subsequent learning easier (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the site of action for abused drugs, according to the passage?

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

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