A8 Nervous System Review & Practice

Front

What part of the brain processes information such as senses, touch, and speech?

Back

Parietal lobe.

Front

Which part of a neuron contains neurotransmitters?

Back

Axon terminal.

Front

What is the closest meninge layer to the brain?

Back

Pia mater.

Front

Which part of the nervous system controls the cardiac and smooth muscles?

Back

Autonomic nervous system.

Front

What is the function of the frontal lobe?

Back

Involved in reasoning, planning, problem-solving, and speech.

Front

What is the role of the cerebellum?

Back

Coordinates voluntary movements and maintains posture and balance.

Front

What are the three layers of the meninges?

Back

Dura mater, arachnoid mater, pia mater.

Front

What is the function of the dendrites in a neuron?

Back

Receive signals from other neurons.

Front

What is the role of the axon in a neuron?

Back

Transmits electrical impulses away from the cell body.

Front

What is the difference between the CNS and PNS?

Back

CNS (Central Nervous System) includes the brain and spinal cord; PNS (Peripheral Nervous System) includes all other neural elements.