Nervous System Quiz 572 (20 MCQs)

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1. An undersupply of this neurotransmitter is associated with paralysis and Alzheimer's disease.

Correct Answer: C) Acetylcholine.

2. -orexia=

Correct Answer: B) Appetite.

3. What is the function of the motor nerves?

Correct Answer: B) Carry impulses from the brain or other nerve centers to the muscles.

4. The visual cortex is an example of a collection of neurons with a shared function, which is called a .....

Correct Answer: A) Center.

5. The end point of the neuron where neurotransmitters are stored

Correct Answer: C) Axon terminal.

6. A large, sack-like organ that churns the food and bathes it in a very strong gastric acid.

Correct Answer: A) Stomach.

7. Approximately how many muscles is the human body made up of?

Correct Answer: A) 600.

8. The upper, mountain like ridges on the surface of the brain

Correct Answer: C) Gyri.

9. The Ishihara test is used to test for

Correct Answer: A) Colorblindness.

10. Strong band of tough tissue that attach muscle to bone

Correct Answer: C) Tendons.

11. The part of the cerebrum important for articulating (speaking) words is the:

Correct Answer: A) Broca's area.

12. A pattern of actions carried out by an animal

Correct Answer: C) Behaviour.

13. Which of the following correctly outlines a reflex arc?

Correct Answer: B) Sensory neuron-interneuron-motor neuron.

14. The peripheral nervous system includes sensory nerves, motor nerves, and spinal cord.

Correct Answer: B) False.

15. The main parts of the nervous system are the nerves, the spinal cord, and the?

Correct Answer: B) Brain.

16. Photo-receptors that detect grey tones in low light are called .....

Correct Answer: A) Rods.

17. What are the chemical messengers of the neuron called?

Correct Answer: C) Neurotransmitter.

18. Based on studies, who has more accurate reactions?

Correct Answer: A) Girls.

19. Hydrocephalus is caused by a tumour near the .....

Correct Answer: D) Cerebral aqueduct.

20. How do neurotransmitters travel between neurons?

Correct Answer: C) Through diffusion.