Understanding the Nervous System and Neurones
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What is the function of neuroglia in the nervous system?

  • Producing myelin sheath
  • Transmitting nerve impulses
  • Supporting the neurones (correct)
  • Regenerating nerve cells

Which part of a nerve cell transmits nerve impulses away from the cell body?

  • Myelin sheath
  • Axon (correct)
  • Cell body
  • Dendrites

What is the main function of the myelin sheath in a nerve cell?

  • Insulating and protecting the axon (correct)
  • Transmitting nerve impulses
  • Regenerating nerve cells
  • Producing neuroglia

Why are nerve cells (neurones) easily damaged by toxins or lack of oxygen?

<p>Their long and narrow structure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of a nerve cell is responsible for transmitting nerve impulses to the cell body?

<p>Dendrites (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of Neurones according to the text?

<p>To transmit impulses throughout the body (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where does a nerve impulse cross according to the text?

<p>Synapse (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Cerebrum in the Central Nervous System (CNS)?

<p>Controls voluntary movement and sensations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of Grey matter in the nervous tissue?

<p>Located on the outside of the brain/inside of spinal cord (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Axon End Feet in a nerve cell according to the text?

<p>Release neurotransmitters to transmit impulses (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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