Types of Neurons and Their Functions Quiz
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What is the function of interneurons in the nervous system?

  • Process incoming impulses and pass them on to motor neurons (correct)
  • Carry impulses from inside and outside the body to the brain and spinal cord
  • Transmit a response message to the shoulder muscles
  • Activate the shoulder muscles causing a head to turn
  • What is the role of sensory neurons in the nervous system?

  • Activate the shoulder muscles causing a head to turn
  • Transmit a response message to the shoulder muscles
  • Carry impulses from inside and outside the body to the brain and spinal cord (correct)
  • Process incoming impulses and pass them on to motor neurons
  • How does an impulse move across synapse?

  • By transmitting a response message to the shoulder muscles
  • Due to depolarization creating a wave of changing charges down the axon
  • With the help of neurotransmitters (correct)
  • By exciting sensory neurons
  • What is the function of protective coverings called meninges?

    <p>To protect the brain and spinal cord against chemical and physical injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of CSF or Cerebrospinal Fluid in the nervous system?

    <p>Protects the brain and spinal cord against chemical and physical injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

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