32 Questions
Which type of neuron carries impulses away from the central nervous system?
Motor Neurons
What is the function of interneurons in the nervous system?
Linking sensory neurons to motor neurons and processing information
Where is the nucleus of a neuron located?
In the cell body
What is the role of the myelin sheath in a neuron?
Speeding up the transmission of electrical impulses
Which neuron type responds to stimuli by transmitting impulses from the brain?
Motor Neurons
What is the main function of sensory neurons in the nervous system?
Sensing stimuli and transmitting impulses towards the central nervous system
Which part of a neuron is responsible for maintaining the neuron's health and functionality?
Cytoplasm
What do motor neurons transmit impulses to?
Effectors like muscles and glands
What is the function of axons in neurons?
Transmitting impulses away from the cell body
What is the role of connectors (interneurons) in the nervous system?
Linking sensory neurons to motor neurons and processing information
Which type of neuron is responsible for carrying impulses towards the central nervous system?
Sensory Neurons
What is the main function of motor neurons in the nervous system?
Transmit impulses to effectors
Which part of a neuron is responsible for controlling the metabolism and activities of the neuron?
Nucleus
What is the function of interneurons in the nervous system?
Link sensory neurons to motor neurons
Which part of a neuron fills the cell body and supports various cellular processes?
Cytoplasm
In which direction do motor neurons transmit impulses in the nervous system?
Away from the central nervous system
What is the role of the myelin sheath in a neuron?
Speed up transmission of electrical impulses
Where are interneurons mainly found in the body?
Brain and spinal cord
Which neuron type plays a key role in processing information and determining the appropriate response?
Interneurons
What is the primary function of axons in a neuron?
Speed up transmission of electrical impulses
What is the main function of the cytoplasm in a neuron?
To support various cellular processes
Which part of a neuron enables it to carry impulses away from the central nervous system?
Axon
What is the role of the nucleus in a neuron?
To control the metabolism and activities of the neuron
Which neuron type is responsible for responding to stimuli from the sense organs or receptors?
Sensory (Afferent) Neurons
What is the function of the myelin sheath in a neuron?
To cover the axon, speed up transmission of electrical impulses, and provide insulation
What does the cell body of a neuron contain?
Nucleus and Cytoplasm
Which part of a neuron maintains the health and functionality of the cell?
Nucleus
What is the function of interneurons in the nervous system?
Link sensory neurons to motor neurons and process information
Which part of a neuron is responsible for speeding up the transmission of electrical impulses?
Myelin sheath
What is the main function of a motor neuron in the nervous system?
Respond to stimuli by transmitting impulses to effectors
Where are sensory neurons transmitting impulses to in the nervous system?
Spinal cord and brain
Which structure in a neuron contains the nucleus and cytoplasm?
Cell body
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