5 Questions
What is the function of afferent neurons?
Carry sensory information from the body to the CNS
How do neuroscientists study brain function in living brains?
EEGs and neuroimaging such as PET scans and MRI
What did Dr. Wilder Penfield contribute to our understanding of the brain?
Groundbreaking work in understanding how the brain works
What is the role of interneurons in the nervous system?
Serve as a relay between different classes of neurons
What is the purpose of recording electrical brain activity through multiple electrodes attached to the scalp?
To study brain function in living brains
This quiz explores the basics of the nervous system, focusing on neurons and their functions. It covers different types of neurons such as afferent, efferent, and interneurons, as well as their roles in sensory information processing and motor function.
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