Neuron Transmission quiz

When a stimulus approaches the axon, it opens up channels to allow what chemical ion to flow into the axon?

• sodium

• iron

• potassium

• calcium

To return back to the normal resting phase, a channel on the axon membrane opens up and allows what chemical ion to escape from the axon?

• sodium

• calcium

• potassium

• iron

What is the main role of a neuron?

• To create

• To absorb

• To pass

• To contract

Which part of the neuron carries impulses away from the soma and towards other neurons, muscles, or glands?

• axon

• dendrites

• nucleus

• Schwann cells

Which part of the neuron receives impulses from the previous neuron?

• nodes of Ranvier

• synaptic terminals

• dendrites

• axon terminals

Which part of the neuron stores neurotransmitters to be released into a synapse?

• axon terminals

• nodes of Ranvier

• synaptic terminals

• dendrites

Which part of the neuron are fine projections at the end of an axon that branch out to make connections with other cells?

• soma

• dendrites

• axon terminals

• axon hillock

Which part of the neuron are fine projections at the end of an axon that branch out to make connections with other cells?

• soma

• dendrites

• axon terminals

• axon hillock

What part of the neuron houses the nucleus?

• Cell Body
• Dendrites
• Axon Terminal
• Synapse

What part of the neuron receives the message from the previous neuron?

• Terminal Fibers
• Dendrites
• Cell Body
• Myelin