Nervous System Basics

What is the main organ of the nervous system?

• heart

• brain

• stomach

• liver

Which part of the nervous system is responsible for transmitting messages to and from the brain?

• Muscular system

• Peripheral nervous system

• Central nervous system

• Endocrine system

What are the basic building blocks of the nervous system?

• Neurons

• Ribosomes

• Mitochondria

• Glial cells

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What type of response is a reflex?

• Conscious

• Involuntary

• Planned

• Voluntary

Which part of the nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord?

• External nervous system

• Peripheral nervous system

• Local nervous system

• Central nervous system

Which part of the nervous system consists of nerves that branch out from the brain and spinal cord?

• Central nervous system

• Peripheral nervous system

• Internal nervous system

• Local nervous system

What is the function of neurons?

• Neurons transmit information through electrical signals.

• Neurons regulate body temperature

• Neurons produce light

• Neurons store memories

What is the purpose of reflexes in the body?

• To make the body heavier

• To improve memory

• To protect the body from harm and maintain balance.

• To increase flexibility

What is the role of the central nervous system?

• To process and transmit information throughout the body.

• To predict the weather

• To fly airplanes

• To cook pasta

How does the peripheral nervous system help the body?

• Transmitting information between the central nervous system and the rest of the body.

• Digesting food

• Regulating body temperature

• Controlling emotions