Nervous System Quiz 389 (20 MCQs)

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1. The first step in the conduction of a nerve impulse is
2. Identify the stimulus:You are walking home from school one day when a large dog jumps out at you from behind a tree. He starts to growl and shows his teeth. You quickly turn around and walk in the opposite direction.
3. Involuntary actions are actions controlled by the Medulla?
4. Decreasing lens elasticity, associated with aging, that makes it difficult to focus for close vision is:
5. The spinal cord is made of bundles of
6. Which type of neuron picks up a stimulus, converts it into a nerve impulse, and sends it to an interneuron?
7. Which is an example of a voluntary action? (Select all that apply)
8. The autonomic nervous system comprises of:
9. How does the muscular system affect movement of the human body?
10. Which cell type in the taste bud is responsible for replacing cells as they die?
11. Your brain is able to carry out a multitude of functions at the same exact time-writing, singing, thinking, etc ..... This is an example of:
12. What disorder is characterized by seizures believed to be a result of uncontrolled neuron activity?
13. What part of the nerve sends electrical impulses
14. Name the system that controls basic physical functinos such as heart ratem, breathing, digestion, and sweat production.
15. The reward center of the brain is most closely associated with this neurotransmitter's pathways.
16. What is the name of the part of the brain that is colored purple in the above picture?
17. Homeostasis is:
18. The ridges of the brain are called what?
19. The difference in electrical charge between the inside and outside of the neuron is called
20. If the axon Is cut, it cannot heal