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What is one key difference between the nervous system and the endocrine system?
What is one key difference between the nervous system and the endocrine system?
The Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) only includes sensory neurons.
The Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) only includes sensory neurons.
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What are the two main parts of the nervous system?
What are the two main parts of the nervous system?
Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
The ________ sheath insulates the axon and increases the speed of signal transmission.
The ________ sheath insulates the axon and increases the speed of signal transmission.
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Match the following components of a neuron with their primary functions:
Match the following components of a neuron with their primary functions:
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Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with the regulation of mood?
Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with the regulation of mood?
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Acetylcholine can only produce excitatory effects in the body.
Acetylcholine can only produce excitatory effects in the body.
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What mechanism ensures that neurotransmitters do not overstimulate the postsynaptic cell?
What mechanism ensures that neurotransmitters do not overstimulate the postsynaptic cell?
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_________ are natural painkillers produced by the body.
_________ are natural painkillers produced by the body.
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Match the following neurotransmitters with their associated conditions:
Match the following neurotransmitters with their associated conditions:
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Which type of neuron transmits information from sensory receptors to the CNS?
Which type of neuron transmits information from sensory receptors to the CNS?
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Interneurons connect sensory and motor neurons.
Interneurons connect sensory and motor neurons.
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What is the primary function of motor (efferent) neurons?
What is the primary function of motor (efferent) neurons?
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Dendrites receive signals from other neurons or __________ receptors.
Dendrites receive signals from other neurons or __________ receptors.
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Match the following neuron types with their functions:
Match the following neuron types with their functions:
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What is the role of interneurons in the nervous system?
What is the role of interneurons in the nervous system?
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Neural circuits require brain involvement for any reflex actions.
Neural circuits require brain involvement for any reflex actions.
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The simplest neural circuit involves a direct pathway that does not require __________ involvement.
The simplest neural circuit involves a direct pathway that does not require __________ involvement.
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Which component of the reflex arc is responsible for detecting a stimulus?
Which component of the reflex arc is responsible for detecting a stimulus?
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The resting membrane potential of a neuron is approximately +70 mV.
The resting membrane potential of a neuron is approximately +70 mV.
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What ion movement primarily causes depolarization in neurons?
What ion movement primarily causes depolarization in neurons?
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The main role of the _____ is to transport Na+ ions out of and K+ ions into the neuron.
The main role of the _____ is to transport Na+ ions out of and K+ ions into the neuron.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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What is the primary function of the reflex arc?
What is the primary function of the reflex arc?
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Membrane potential refers to the voltage difference across the plasma membrane of all animal cells.
Membrane potential refers to the voltage difference across the plasma membrane of all animal cells.
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What is the typical charge of the inside of a neuron at resting potential?
What is the typical charge of the inside of a neuron at resting potential?
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What is the threshold membrane potential that initiates an action potential?
What is the threshold membrane potential that initiates an action potential?
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During the hyperpolarization phase, the membrane potential exceeds the resting level.
During the hyperpolarization phase, the membrane potential exceeds the resting level.
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What role do Schwann cells play in the propagation of action potentials?
What role do Schwann cells play in the propagation of action potentials?
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The process by which action potentials 'jump' from node to node is called __________ conduction.
The process by which action potentials 'jump' from node to node is called __________ conduction.
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Match the phases of action potential with their descriptions:
Match the phases of action potential with their descriptions:
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What is the speed of action potential transmission in myelinated axons?
What is the speed of action potential transmission in myelinated axons?
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Electrical synapses rely on neurotransmitters to transmit signals between cells.
Electrical synapses rely on neurotransmitters to transmit signals between cells.
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What is the purpose of the refractory period after an action potential?
What is the purpose of the refractory period after an action potential?
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Study Notes
Overview of the Nervous System
- The nervous system and endocrine system work together to control body actions
- The nervous system transmits rapid electrical signals for quick responses
- The endocrine system uses slower chemical signals for prolonged responses
- The nervous system is crucial for immediate reactions to stimuli
- The endocrine system regulates longer-term processes
- Both systems are essential for maintaining homeostasis and responding to environmental changes
Organization of the Nervous System
- The nervous system is divided into two main parts: the Central Nervous System (CNS) and the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
- The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord, primarily made up of interneurons that coordinate information
- The PNS includes all other nerves, categorized into sensory (afferent) and motor (efferent) neurons
- Sensory neurons carry information from receptors to the CNS
- Motor neurons transmit signals from the CNS to effectors
- The PNS connects the CNS to the rest of the body, facilitating communication and response
Components of Neurons
- Neurons are specialized cells that transmit nerve impulses and depend on glial cells for support
- Glial cells nourish neurons, remove waste, and defend against infections
- Key neuron parts include the cell body, axon, dendrites, myelin sheath, axon hillock, axon terminals, and Nodes of Ranvier
- The myelin sheath, produced by Schwann cells, insulates the axon and increases the speed of signal transmission
- Dendrites receive signals from other neurons or sensory receptors
- Axons conduct impulses away from the cell body
Classes of Neurons
- Sensory (afferent) neurons transmit information from sensory receptors to the CNS
- Motor (efferent) neurons convey impulses from the CNS to effector cells (muscles and glands)
- Interneurons connect sensory and motor neurons within the CNS, playing a role in reflexes and neural circuits
Neural Circuits and Reflex Arcs
- Neural circuits are pathways allowing communication between different parts of the nervous system
- Simplest neural circuits involve direct pathways to enable quick reflex actions
- Essential components include receptors, sensory neurons, interneurons, motor neurons, and effectors
- This organization allows for rapid responses to stimuli, crucial for survival
- Reflex arcs exemplify how the nervous system responds to stimuli without conscious thought
Electrochemical Impulse and Membrane Potential
- Neurons transmit signals through electrochemical currents, primarily involving ion movement across the membrane
- Depolarization is crucial for impulse conduction; the inside of the neuron becomes less negative relative to the outside
- All animal cells have a voltage difference across their membranes (membrane potential) due to charge separation
- The resting membrane potential is approximately -70 mV, indicating the inside is negatively charged compared to the outside
Action Potential and Its Phases
- Action potential is the electrical impulse that travels along the axon, characterized by rapid changes in membrane potential
- The process involves five stages: stimulus/initiation, depolarization, repolarization, hyperpolarization, and recovery of resting membrane potential
- Stimulus initiates depolarization to threshold (-50 to -55 mV)
- Depolarization: Na+ channels open, causing a rapid increase in membrane potential (+40 mV)
- Repolarization: K+ channels open, K+ flows out, decreasing membrane potential back to resting levels
- Hyperpolarization: Slow closing of K+ channels causes a brief undershoot of resting potential
- Recovery: The membrane stabilizes back to resting potential, ready for another action potential
Propagation of Impulse
- Action potentials propagate along the axon as a wave of depolarization
- Neighboring membrane areas depolarize due to local electrical currents, creating a chain reaction
Saltatory Conduction
- Myelinated axons have Schwann cells, insulating the axon with Nodes of Ranvier, allowing rapid depolarization
- The action potential "jumps" from node to node, significantly increasing transmission speed (up to 120 m/s)
Synaptic Transmission
- Electrical synapses have direct contact between cells for rapid transmission
- Chemical synapses use neurotransmitters across a synaptic cleft to transmit signals
- Neurotransmitters are stored in vesicles and released upon action potential arrival, binding to receptors on the postsynaptic membrane
- This causes ion channels to open and influences the postsynaptic cell's potential
Neurotransmitter Examples and Functions
- Neurotransmitters have excitatory or inhibitory effects on the postsynaptic cell, depending on the receptor type
- Key neurotransmitters include dopamine, serotonin, endorphins, and norepinephrine, each having specific functions and associated conditions
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This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of the nervous system and its interaction with the endocrine system. Participants will explore the structure of the nervous system, including the Central Nervous System and Peripheral Nervous System, as well as the roles of sensory and motor neurons. It's essential for understanding how the body responds to stimuli and maintains homeostasis.
