The Nervous Tissue: How It Works in Our Body

The video explains how the nervous tissue enables quick responses in the human body, similar to how a computer's CPU processes information. It details the roles of the brain and spinal cord, the structure and function of neurons, and the transmission of nerve impulses. The video also distinguishes between sensory and motor neurons and emphasizes the importance of a well-functioning nervous system.

What is the primary function of the nervous tissue in the human body?

• To produce hormones

• To support bone structure

• To facilitate quick responses to stimuli

• To store energy

How does the spinal cord contribute to the nervous system?

• It stores memories

• It acts as a pathway connecting the brain to the rest of the body

• It regulates body temperature

• It produces red blood cells

What are the long strand-like fibers in the body that transmit signals called?

• Muscle fibers

• Nerve fibers

• Tendons

• Blood vessels

Which part of the neuron is responsible for receiving signals?

• Axon terminals

• Dendrites

• Cell body

• Axon

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

• To produce digestive enzymes

• To store genetic information

• To sense stimuli and send information to the brain

• To initiate muscle contraction

Which type of neuron is responsible for carrying out actions in response to stimuli?

• Glial cells

• Interneurons

• Motor neurons

• Sensory neurons

What type of tissue is formed by nerve cells?

• Connective tissue

• Nervous tissue

• Muscle tissue

• Epithelial tissue