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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?

As the building blocks of the brain Signup and view all the answers

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

It leads to an increase in processing complexity Signup and view all the answers

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

The true processing complexity arises from interconnectedness of cells like computers linked through the Internet Signup and view all the answers

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

Neurons become more complex and interconnected Signup and view all the answers

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

Supporting and protecting the brain Signup and view all the answers

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

Neurons are the functional building blocks of the brain Signup and view all the answers

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

Digesting food Signup and view all the answers

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

It makes subsequent learning easier Signup and view all the answers

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

Neurons Signup and view all the answers