15 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a type of glial cell in the brain?
Ependymal cells
Which brain structure is responsible for coordinating motor movements and maintaining balance and posture?
Cerebellum
Which of the following is NOT a type of neurotransmitter?
Glutamate
Which brain imaging technique is commonly used to study brain function by measuring changes in blood flow and oxygenation?
fMRI
Which type of brain plasticity refers to the ability of the brain to form new neurons?
Neurogenesis
Which division of the nervous system is responsible for controlling voluntary movements?
Somatic Nervous System
Which part of the brain is responsible for relaying sensory information to the cerebral cortex?
Thalamus
Which lobe of the brain is responsible for sensory processing, such as touch and body awareness?
Parietal lobe
Which part of the brain is responsible for higher order cognitive functions, such as judgment and reasoning?
Frontal lobe
Which lobe of the brain is associated with vision?
Occipital lobe
Which lobe of the brain is involved in hearing, emotional processing, and some aspects of vision and taste?
Temporal lobe
Which part of the brain is responsible for executive functions and is the last part of the brain to develop?
Frontal lobe
Which part of the nervous system regulates intentional processes and delivers motor muscle output?
Somatic nervous system
Which part of the nervous system activates during stress response and is responsible for the fight or flight response?
Sympathetic nervous system
Which gland is part of both the brain and endocrine system and secretes multiple hormones, including oxytocin and adrenaline?
Pituitary gland
Test your knowledge of the brain with this informative quiz! Learn about the different types of brain cells, their functions, and structures. Explore the various types of neurons and glial cells, as well as the different regions of the brain. Challenge yourself and expand your understanding of the incredible organ that is the brain.
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