The Nervous System

What is the basic functional unit of the nervous system?

• Neuron

• Axon

• Synapse

• Cell

Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?

• Cell body

• Dendrites

• Synapse

• Axon

What is the main function of the brainstem?

• To produce hormones

• To control advanced cognitive functions

• To regulate body temperature

• To control basic life functions

Which part of the brain is responsible for emotions and memory?

• Limbic system (amygdala and hippocampus)

• Brain stem and corpus callosum

• Cerebellum and frontal lobe

• Occipital lobe and parietal lobe

What is the largest part of the human brain?

• Cerebrum

• Hippocampus

• Brainstem

• Cerebellum

What is the function of the spinal cord in the nervous system?

• The spinal cord is responsible for digestion in the nervous system

• The function of the spinal cord in the nervous system is to transmit nerve signals between the brain and the body, as well as to coordinate reflex actions.

• The spinal cord produces hormones for the nervous system

• The spinal cord regulates blood flow in the body

Which part of the spinal cord is responsible for reflex actions?

• Gray matter

• Brainstem

• Cerebellum

• White matter

What is the role of sensory neurons in the nervous system?

• Sensory neurons control muscle movement.

• Sensory neurons regulate body temperature.

• Sensory neurons transmit sensory information from the body to the central nervous system.

• Sensory neurons produce hormones.

What is the function of motor neurons?

• Motor neurons regulate heart rate.

• Motor neurons control muscle movement.

• Motor neurons aid in digestion.

• Motor neurons are responsible for vision.

Which part of the brain controls voluntary movements?

• Frontal lobe

• Occipital lobe

• Cerebellum

• Motor cortex