Nervous System Basics

The function of sensory receptors is to (check all correct answers)

• transform stimuli into electric signals.

• transmit the electrical signals from the periphery to the central nervous system

• detect changes in our internal and external environment.

• give us the perception of the stimulus

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The central nervous system (CNS) is made up of

• the brain only.

• the brain and spinal cord.

• the spinal cord only.

• all the nerves in the body.

The peripheral nervous system (PNS) is made up of

• the brain only.

• the brain and spinal cord.

• the spinal cord only.

• all the nerves in the body.

The function of the Central Nervous System (CNS) is to (check all that are correct)

• process incoming sensory information.

• send commands to target tissues.

• detect a variety of stimuli.

• give us the perception of the stimulus.

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What structure sends electrical signals to the Central Nervous System (CNS)?

• cell body

• dendrite

• myelin sheath

• axon

Which of the following is NOT a function of the nervous system?

• contribute to homeostatic feedback loops

• produce quick effects by electrochemical mechanisms

• release chemicals into the bloodstream for distribution throughout the body

• stimulate muscles and glands

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Name structure #3

Label #1

• cerebellum

• frontal lobe

• occipital lobe

• parietal lobe

• temporal lobe

Label #2

• cerebellum

• frontal lobe

• occipital lobe

• parietal lobe

• temporal lobe

Label #4

• cerebellum

• frontal lobe

• occipital lobe

• parietal lobe

• temporal lobe