Anatomy and Physiology of Nervous Tissue Quiz
Test your knowledge on neurobiology with questions about neurons, neurotransmitters, and brain functions. Dive into the world of the nervous system!
#1
What is the basic unit of the nervous system?
#2
Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?
Dendrite
Axon
Cell body
Synapse
#3
What is the main function of myelin sheath?
Speed up nerve impulse conduction
Initiate nerve impulses
Store neurotransmitters
Protect neurons from pathogens
#4
Which neurotransmitter is associated with pleasure and reward?
Serotonin
Dopamine
GABA
Acetylcholine
#5
Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating basic bodily functions like breathing and heart rate?
Cerebrum
Cerebellum
Medulla oblongata
Thalamus
#6
What is the term for the junction between two neurons where communication occurs?
Node of Ranvier
Axon hillock
Synapse
Myelin sheath
#7
What is the primary function of the hippocampus in the brain?
Regulating body temperature
Long-term memory formation
Controlling voluntary movements
Processing visual information
#8
What is the role of the parasympathetic nervous system?
Fight or flight response
Rest and digest functions
Muscle movement
Temperature regulation
#9
Which part of the peripheral nervous system is responsible for voluntary muscle movements?
Somatic nervous system
Autonomic nervous system
Sympathetic nervous system
Parasympathetic nervous system
#10
What is the function of the blood-brain barrier?
Filtering oxygen for the brain
Protecting the brain from harmful substances
Regulating blood pressure in the brain
Facilitating neurotransmitter release
#11
Which hormone is produced by the pineal gland and regulates sleep-wake cycles?
Melatonin
Insulin
Cortisol
Adrenaline
#12
What is the function of the motor cortex in the brain?
Processing auditory information
Controlling voluntary muscle movements
Regulating body temperature
Storing long-term memories
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