Science Department 2023-2024 - Nervous System Quiz
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What is the main function of the spinal cord?

  • To control reflex actions (correct)
  • To store memories
  • To process information about the environment
  • To detect the environment

    • Which part of the nervous system transmits information between the Central Nervous System (CNS) and the rest of the body?

  • Motor neurons
  • Spinal cord
  • Sensory neurons
  • Peripheral nervous system (PNS) (correct)

    • What enables the body to receive, process, and react to information about the environment?

  • Peripheral nervous system (PNS)
  • Spinal cord
  • Nervous system (correct)
  • Sense of balance

    • Which of the following is NOT considered one of the five senses mentioned in the text?

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

    What type of stimuli does the nervous system constantly respond to according to the text?

    <p>Sound, light, heat, and various other stimuli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the nervous system?

    <p>Gathering, processing, and responding to information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the nervous system is responsible for receiving information from the senses?

    <p>Central nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the basic functioning units of the nervous system called?

    <p>Nerve cells or neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a part of the central nervous system?

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

    What is the function of the brain in the nervous system?

    <p>Serving as the control center of the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

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