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Which part of the neuron receives messages and initiates electrical activity?
Which part of the neuron receives messages and initiates electrical activity?
- Axons
- Synaptic vesicles
- Dendrites (correct)
- Terminal buttons
What is the function of motor neurons?
What is the function of motor neurons?
- Convey signals around the nervous system
- Release neurotransmitters
- Carry information from the brain to the muscles (correct)
- Carry information to the brain
Which neurotransmitter increases the probability of a neuron becoming active?
Which neurotransmitter increases the probability of a neuron becoming active?
- Serotonin
- Acetylcholine (Ach) (correct)
- Glutamate
- Dopamine
Which cells provide physical and metabolic support to neurons, including neuronal insulation and communication, and nutrient and waste transport?
Which cells provide physical and metabolic support to neurons, including neuronal insulation and communication, and nutrient and waste transport?
Which division of the nervous system carries electrical impulses from the CNS to the PNS?
Which division of the nervous system carries electrical impulses from the CNS to the PNS?
Which part of the brain is responsible for executive decisions and voluntary movement?
Which part of the brain is responsible for executive decisions and voluntary movement?
Which lobes of the brain process visual information?
Which lobes of the brain process visual information?
Which of the following is the primary function of the nervous system?
Which of the following is the primary function of the nervous system?
What are the basic building blocks of the nervous system?
What are the basic building blocks of the nervous system?
Which part of a neuron is responsible for receiving excitatory and inhibitory messages from other cells?
Which part of a neuron is responsible for receiving excitatory and inhibitory messages from other cells?
What is the role of neurotransmitters in the nervous system?
What is the role of neurotransmitters in the nervous system?
