Human Nervous System and Neurophysiology Quiz
Challenge yourself with this quiz on neurophysiology. Test your understanding of the nervous system, neurotransmitters, brain functions, and more!
#1
Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?
Axon
Dendrite
Synapse
Cell body
#2
What is the function of the myelin sheath?
To speed up the transmission of nerve impulses
To produce neurotransmitters
To protect the neuron from pathogens
To regulate the release of hormones
#3
Which part of the neuron is responsible for transmitting electrical signals away from the cell body?
Axon
Dendrite
Synapse
Cell body
#4
Which neurotransmitter is commonly associated with pleasure and reward?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Acetylcholine
GABA
#5
What is the term for the junction between two neurons, where neurotransmitters are released?
Axon hillock
Synapse
Myelin sheath
Node of Ranvier
#6
Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating vital functions such as breathing and heart rate?
Cerebellum
Cerebrum
Medulla oblongata
Thalamus
#7
Which of the following is responsible for coordinating muscle movements and maintaining posture?
Hypothalamus
Cerebellum
Thalamus
Pons
#8
What is the main function of the frontal lobe of the brain?
Memory storage
Visual processing
Motor control and decision making
Auditory processing
#9
Which of the following is not a part of the central nervous system (CNS)?
Brain
Spinal cord
Cranial nerves
Optic nerves
#10
Damage to which cranial nerve can result in impaired sense of smell?
Olfactory nerve (I)
Optic nerve (II)
Trigeminal nerve (V)
Facial nerve (VII)
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