Structure of Nervous System Tissues Quiz

What is the primary function of the sympathetic nervous system?

To prepare the body for action or a 'fight or flight' response

Which of the following is NOT a function of the parasympathetic nervous system?

Dilating the bronchi

What is a nerve plexus?

A network of intersecting nerves composed of afferent and efferent fibers

Where are the brachial and cervical plexuses located?

At the root of the upper limbs Signup and view all the answers

Which division of the nervous system controls voluntary functions?

Somatic nervous system Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a mucous membrane?

To protect and lubricate organs and passages that communicate with the body surface Signup and view all the answers

What is the main component of the gray matter?

Dendrites Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the nervous system conveys sensory and motor impulses to and from the brain and spinal cord?

Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of ganglion in the nervous system?

To collect nerve cell bodies Signup and view all the answers

Which type of nerves contain both sensory and motor nerve fibers?

Mixed nerves Signup and view all the answers

How many pairs of spinal nerves are attached to the spinal cord?

31 pairs Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Oculomotor cranial nerve?

Motor fibers to eye muscles Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main components of the nervous system?

The central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the nervous system is responsible for integrating information and coordinating body activities?

Central nervous system (CNS) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of neuroglia in the nervous system?

Destroying pathogens Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the central nervous system is made up of axons, neuroglia, and blood vessels?

White matter Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of myelin in the nervous system?

Speeding up electric impulse conduction by wrapping around axons Signup and view all the answers