Neuroscience Basics Quiz
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Which part of the neuron is responsible for receiving messages?

  • Axon
  • Dendrites (correct)
  • Nucleus
  • Cell body
  • The spinal nerves are responsible for carrying messages only from the brain.

    False

    What are the three types of nerves found in the nervous system?

    Sensory, motor, mixed nerves

    A reflex action is an automatic response to a ___ from the environment.

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

    Match the following terms related to reflex actions with their definitions:

    <p>Stimulus = A change in the environment that causes a response Response = The action taken as a result of a stimulus Impulses = Signals transmitted along neurons Receptor = A sensory organ that detects stimuli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the myelin sheath surrounding an axon?

    <p>To speed up transmission of impulses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The autonomic nervous system controls voluntary actions like muscle movement.

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

    What are the three main parts of a neuron?

    <p>Cell body, dendrites, axon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The gap between two neurons is known as the __________.

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

    Match the types of nerves with their primary function:

    <p>Sensory nerves = Carry messages from sensory organs to the CNS Motor nerves = Transmit messages from the CNS to muscles or glands Mixed nerves = Carry messages in both directions, including sensory information Autonomic nerves = Control involuntary body functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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