Spinal Cord Functions and Anatomy Quiz
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What is the major function of the spinal cord and spinal nerves?

  • Only motor commands from the brain
  • Sensory input from brain, motor commands from body
  • Only sensory input from the body
  • Sensory input from body, motor commands from brain (correct)
  • What is the typical diameter of the adult spinal cord?

  • 1/2 inch
  • 1 1/2 inches
  • 1 inch
  • 3/4 inch (correct)
  • How many pairs of spinal nerves are there?

  • 30
  • 31 (correct)
  • 32
  • 29
  • What does the posterior (dorsal) root of a spinal nerve contain?

    <p>Sensory neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do spinal reflexes involve?

    <p>Responses that do not involve the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

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