Nervous System Quiz 899 (20 MCQs)

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1. Inhibitory binding of NT's at a neuron-neuron chemical synapse allows for the ..... channels

Correct Answer: D) Opening of ligand gated Cl.

2. The space between two neurons is called the

Correct Answer: B) Synaptic cleft.

3. Which of the following belong to the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)?

Correct Answer: D) Nerves.

4. The small gap between the axon of one neuron and the dendrite of another neuron is called a .....

Correct Answer: A) Conclusion.

5. Part of the brainstem above the medulla oblongata and below the midbrain

Correct Answer: A) Pons.

6. Which part of the human skeleton protects the heart

Correct Answer: D) Rib's.

7. ..... are the part of the neuron that receives signals

Correct Answer: D) Dendrites.

8. What is the term for inflammation of a nerve root in the spinal column?

Correct Answer: D) Radiculitis.

9. What part of the brain controls your heart rate and blood pressure?

Correct Answer: B) Hypothalamus.

10. Muscles and glands are examples of:

Correct Answer: A) Effector.

11. Broca's motor area is primarily concerned with .....

Correct Answer: B) Speech.

12. This lobe houses Broca's Area

Correct Answer: A) Frontal.

13. The ..... is a structure that prevents certain molecules from entering the brain tissue

Correct Answer: C) Blood Brain Barrier.

14. Which of the following is not an example of a receptor?

Correct Answer: B) Muscle.

15. Which of the following provides myelin for axons in the CNS?

Correct Answer: A) Oligodendrocytes.

16. A synapse is a ..... between nerve cells.

Correct Answer: C) Conclusion.

17. Which neurotransmitter signals muscles to contract?

Correct Answer: A) Acetylcholine.

18. Removal of a portion of the skull

Correct Answer: A) Craniectomy.

19. Which part of the brain is responsible for controlling emotions?

Correct Answer: B) Cerebrum.

20. Part of brain where you think

Correct Answer: A) Cerebrum.