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Biology
11th -
12thgrade
Anatomy & Physiology Nervous System Review
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- 1. Multiple Choice
The part of a neuron that receives information from other neurons
axon
dendrites
myelin sheath
synapse
- 2. Multiple Choice
This is a signal molecule that transmits nerve impulses across synapses
neuron
neurotransmitter
nerve
action potential
- 3. Multiple ChoiceWhich ions are involved in the electrical nerve impulse?Iodine and SodiumPotassium and SodiumIron and SodiumCalcium and Iodine
- 4. Multiple Choice
What contains the nucleus of the neuron?
Terminal Bouton
Cell Body
Axon Hillock
Myelin Sheath
- 5. Multiple ChoiceWhen a neuron is depolarized, what are the first channels to open?SodiumPotassiumCalciumACTH
- 6. Multiple Choice
-50 mV is the measure of a
Threshold Potential
Action Potential
Resting Potential
End Point Potential
- 7. Multiple ChoiceWhat is the insulating membrane that surrounds parts of the axon that helps to protect & propagate action potential?AxonDendritesNode of RanvierMyelin Sheath
- 8. Multiple Choice
Which of the following uses ACTIVE transport?
sodium-potassium pump
sodium channel
potassium channel
diffusion
- 9. Multiple ChoiceThis type of channel respondes to a change in the electrical potential of the cell membraneleakyvoltage gatedmechanically gated
- 10. Multiple ChoiceMyelinated axons perfom ___________ conductionsaltitorycontinuous
- 11. Multiple ChoiceWhy is hyperpolarization important?It makes sure the neuron is healthyIt prevents a second, unwanted signal from being sentIt makes sure the neurons are in the correct spaceIt makes sure the charge is back at -70 mV
- 12. Multiple ChoiceGaps in the myelin sheath are called this.Nodes of RanvierAxon terminalsSynapsesNeurotransmitters
- 13. Multiple ChoiceProduce the fatty, white substance that is wrapped around the axon of a neuron.Schwann's CellsGlial Cells
- 14. Multiple ChoiceWhat is structure labeled C in the picture?DendriteAxonCell BodyAxon Terminal
- 15. Multiple Choice
This lobe of the cortex regulates memory creation, memory storage, emotions, hearing and on the left lobe understanding language. It is also involved in organization and sequencing
Frontal Lobe
Temporal Lobe
Parietal Lobe
Occipital Lobe
- 16. Multiple Choice
This Area of the Cortex is responsible for the voluntary movement of skeletal muscles
Primary Motor Cortex
Broca's Area
Olfactory Cortex
Wernicke's Area
- 17. Multiple Choice
This Area of the Cortex receives tactile information (pain, pressure, touch) from the body to create a perceptual and positional map of the body.
Primary Somatosensory Cortex
Visual Association Area
Gustatory Cortex
Auditory Association Area
- 18. Multiple Choice
This Area of the Cortex is responsible for interpretation of language and speech.
Wernicke's Area
Prefrontal Area
Broca's Area
Premotor Area
- 19. Multiple Choice
Regulates the bodies circadian rhythms (SLEEP-WAKE CYCLE) through the hormone melatonin.
Pineal Gland
Pons
Cerebral Cortex
Midbrain
- 20. Multiple Choice
Bidirectional relay system. Carries, sorts, and processes information between the spinal cord, midbrain, and structures of the cerebral cortex.
Thalamus
Hypothalamus
Optic Chiasma
pituitary Gland
- 21. Multiple Choice
Also called the mesencephalon. Controls reflex patterns associated with vision and hearing
Pons
Pineal Gland
Meninges
Midbrain
- 22. Multiple Choice
Cerebellum
The largest structure - 2/3 of brain mass
similar to cerebrun - 2 hemispheres and highly folded surface
where the optic nerves cross
bidirectional relay system
- 23. Multiple ChoiceThe central nervous system is made up of __________.the brain and cerebellumthe peripheral and autonomic nervous systemthe brain and spinal cordthe cerebrum and the cerebellum
- 24. Multiple ChoiceConnective tissues which protect the brain and spinal cord are called the __________.vertebraecraniummeningesspinal nerves
- 25. Multiple Choice
The diencephalon is composed primarily of ____________.
the cerebellum, brain stem and cerebrum
the brain stem, hippocampus and amygdala
the thalamus, hypothalamus and pituitary gland
the midbrain, pons and cerebrum
- 26. Multiple Choice
Part of the brain stem, serves as a pathway for nerve impulses. It also helps to regulate rate/depth of breathing.
midbrain
pons
medulla oblongata
hippocampus
- 27. Multiple Choice
Automatic reflex centers for the heart rate, blood pressure, breathing, swallowing, and vomiting
Medulla Oblongata
Pons
Hypothalamus
Thalamus
- 28. Multiple Choice
What is the cerebrum? (*This has multiple correct answers)
Largest part of the brain
Contains a left and right hemisphere
Has 4 lobes
covered by the cerebral cortex
- 29. Multiple Choice
If you had one word to describe the function of the parietal lobe it would be:
Movement
Sensory
Balance
Emotions
- 30. Multiple ChoiceOccipital Lobes are responsible for:balancevisionhearingmovement
- 31. Multiple ChoiceWhat letter represents the Parietal Lobe?ABCE
- 32. Multiple ChoiceWhat letter represents the Temporal Lobe?BCDF
- 33. Multiple ChoiceThe 3 layers of meninges from superficial to deep aredura mater, arachnoid mater, pia materpia mater, arachnoid mater, dura materarachnoid mater, pia mater, dura materdura mater, pia mater, arachnoid mater
- 34. Multiple Choice
Sally has a brain injury; she knows what she wants to say but can't vocalize the words. The part of her brain that deals with the ability to say words properly is the ________.
medulla
amygdala
central sulcus
Broca's area
- 35. Multiple Choice
This part contributes to controlling your emotions (associated with the limbic system) and has important autonomic functions including; cardiovascular, temperature, appetite and gastrointestinal control.
thalamus
hemisphere
hypothalamus
cerebrum
- 36. Multiple Choice
What is the functional unit of the nervous system?
a neuroblast
a neurocyte
a neuron
a neuroclast
- 37. Multiple Choice
The type of nerve cell that provides support, nutrition and insulation to a neuron is the:
dendrite
glial cell
axon
sympathetic
- 38. Multiple Choice
The part of the nervous system that is considered involuntary is the:
somatic
autonomic
- 39. Multiple ChoiceThe nervous system is composed of the ___, ___, and ___.heart, brain, kidneyslungs, liver, stomachbrain, spinal cord, nerveseyes, pancreas, veins
- 40. Multiple ChoiceWhich part of the brain controls vital functions such as breathing and heart rate?DiencephalonFrontal LobeBrain StemCerebellum
- 41. Multiple Choice
How many layers are there to the meninges?
5
7
3
2
- 42. Multiple Choice
What is the gap between dendrites called?
Stress
Gyri
Sulci
Synapse
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