Nervous System Quiz 238 (20 MCQs)

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1. This occurs when negative ions enter the neuron, making it less prone to firing an action potential.
2. The bundle of thread-like fibers that extend from the brain stem to the lower part of the back
3. A network of branches coming from individual cells. They act as receptors and receive information for the nervous system
4. During repolarization, what ions are moving out of the cell?
5. The ..... protects the brain from damage.
6. Connects the brain and spinal cord; located under the cerebellum; includes two regions known as the pons and the medulla oblongata.
7. What is the English Meaning of the Medical Term Asthenia [ ASTHENIA ]?
8. These are the shallow grooves that separate the gyri.
9. Neurons that travel only from the brain to the body are called .....
10. The nerve root that enters the spinal cord dorsally controls:
11. How fast can the brain send signals through the nerves?
12. During the resting state, where is there a greater concentration of sodium ions?
13. The ..... nervous system is made up of the brain and spinal cord.
14. Neurotransmitter chemical released at the ends of nerve cells
15. Carol sets a brand new plant near the window. After several weeks, Carol realizes the flower is starting to tilt towards the sunlight. What would be considered the STIMULI in this scenario?
16. What PROTECTS your brain?
17. Visceral sensory (afferent) fibers carry information from the
18. Nerve cells; highly specialized to transmit messages (nerve impulses) from one part of the body to another.
19. The ..... controls respiration, blood pressure, and heartbeat.
20. What happens in the somatosensory cortex?