Biological Neuron Quiz

What is the central part of a biological neuron called?

• Axon

• Cell Body

• Dendrite

• Myelin Sheath

Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?

• Cell Body

• Axon Terminal

• Synapse

• Dendrites

What is the function of the axon in a neuron?

• To release neurotransmitters

• To transmit electrical impulses

• To receive signals

• To integrate signals

What do axon terminals contain that is crucial for communication between neurons?

• Myelin

• Neurotransmitters

• Nucleus

• Dendrites

What is the junction between the axon terminal of one neuron and the dendrites of another called?

• Cell Body

• Myelin Sheath

• Synapse

• Axon

What is the role of the myelin sheath?

• To receive signals

• To insulate the axon

• To transmit signals

• To release neurotransmitters

What type of signals do neurons use to communicate with each other?

• Mechanical signals

• Magnetic signals

• Thermal signals

• Chemical signals

What happens when the threshold level is reached in a neuron?

• An action potential is generated

• The neuron dies

• The signals are ignored

• The neuron becomes inactive

What is the process called when neurotransmitters are reabsorbed by the presynaptic neuron?

• Binding

• Degradation

• Reuptake

• Diffusion

What type of neurotransmitters make it more likely for the postsynaptic neuron to generate an action potential?

• Degraded neurotransmitters

• Reuptake neurotransmitters

• Excitatory neurotransmitters

• Inhibitory neurotransmitters