Nervous System LU 3 anat 3

Front

What is the tail-like collection of roots of spinal nerves that is located at the inferior end of the spinal cord called?

Back

Cauda equina

Front

What are the ovoid structures within the superior sagittal sinus through which cerebral spinal fluid is reabsorbed?

Back

Arachnoid villi

Front

What is the smallest part of the brain?

Back

Brainstem

Front

Are cranial nerves and spinal nerves part of the peripheral nervous system?

Back

True

Front

How many lobes are there in each hemisphere of the cerebrum?

Back

4

Front

What is the function of the choroid plexus?

Back

Produces cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).

Front

What is the role of the medulla oblongata?

Back

Controls autonomic functions such as breathing and heart rate.

Front

What are the four lobes of the cerebrum?

Back

Frontal, parietal, temporal, occipital.

Front

What is the primary function of the cerebellum?

Back

Coordination of voluntary movements and balance.

Front

What is the function of the spinal cord?

Back

Transmits signals between the brain and the rest of the body.