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?

Neuron
Axon
Synapse
Glia
#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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