Nervous System Quiz 752 (20 MCQs)

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1. A ..... forms when the brain has been struck by some sort of blow that ruptures blood vessels.
2. The brain send instructions along .....
3. Sensory stimuli that generate reflexes generally are processed by the brain before signals are sent to effectors.
4. Which of the following substances is least able to cross the blood-brain barrier?
5. In a school science project, Grace, Emma, and Maya built a robot. They programmed it so that the ..... controls all the other parts of the robot, and processes all the information.
6. Which part of the brain is the "reptilian brain" and is responsible for involuntary, life-sustaining activities like breathing and heart rate?
7. Which of the following carry impulses toward the cell body?
8. 5th nerve, chewing and face sensation
9. The left hemisphere of the cerebrum controls
10. Central Nervous System includes:
11. After integration and processing in the brain, impulses travel down the spinal cord and to the muscles via ..... neurons
12. This type of neuron transmits signals from the brain to your muscles.
13. This is the lobe found deep within the lateral sulcus, it is surrounded by the frontal, parietal, and temporal lobes.
14. The brain and spinal cord make up which part of the NS?
15. Listen to very loud music or sounds.
16. The thalamus is part of the ..... nervous system.
17. What part of the eye is #5 pointing to?
18. This disease is caused by an accumulation of CSF in the brain. It is sometimes called "water on the brain" .
19. Which part of the brain coordinates voluntary body movements and maintains balance?
20. What is the outer layer of the cerebrum called? It's responsible for information processing.