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What is the primary function of the nervous system?

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To control and coordinate body activities by transmitting signals between different parts of the body.

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True or False: The endocrine system uses hormones to communicate and regulate bodily functions.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the basic unit of the nervous system.

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neuron

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What are the two main parts of the nervous system?

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Central nervous system (CNS) and peripheral nervous system (PNS).

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Short answer: What is the role of sensory neurons?

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To transmit sensory information from receptors to the central nervous system.

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Multiple choice: Which part of the brain is responsible for coordination and balance?

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Cerebellum

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What is a reflex action?

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An automatic, rapid response to a stimulus that does not involve conscious thought.

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True or False: Hormones are produced by glands in the endocrine system.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The _____ carries signals away from the neuron.

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axon

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What is homeostasis?

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The process by which organisms maintain a stable internal environment.

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Short answer: Name one function of the hypothalamus.

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To regulate body temperature and maintain homeostasis.

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Multiple choice: Which hormone is primarily responsible for the fight-or-flight response?

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Adrenaline

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What is the function of the myelin sheath?

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To insulate axons and increase the speed of nerve impulse transmission.

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True or False: The spinal cord is part of the peripheral nervous system.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The _____ connects the brain to the rest of the body.

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spinal cord

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Short answer: What is the role of motor neurons?

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To transmit signals from the central nervous system to muscles and glands.

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Multiple choice: Which gland is known as the ‘master gland’?

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Pituitary gland

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What is the role of neurotransmitters?

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To transmit signals across synapses between neurons.

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True or False: The autonomic nervous system controls voluntary movements.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The _____ is responsible for processing visual information.

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occipital lobe

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Short answer: What is the function of the adrenal glands?

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To produce hormones that help regulate metabolism, immune response, and stress.

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Multiple choice: Which part of the brain controls breathing and heart rate?

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Medulla oblongata

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What is the function of the limbic system?

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To regulate emotions, memory, and motivation.

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True or False: Insulin is a hormone that lowers blood glucose levels.

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True

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Fill in the blank: The _____ coordinates voluntary movements and balance.
cerebellum
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Short answer: What is the primary role of the thyroid gland?
To regulate metabolism and growth through hormone secretion.
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Multiple choice: Which type of neuron connects sensory and motor neurons?
Interneuron
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What is the purpose of feedback mechanisms in the endocrine system?
To maintain homeostasis by regulating hormone levels.
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True or False: The somatic nervous system controls involuntary actions.
False
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the part of the neuron that receives signals.
dendrite
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Short answer: What is the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems?
The sympathetic nervous system prepares the body for stressful situations, while the parasympathetic nervous system promotes rest and relaxation.
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What is the primary function of the brain?
To process information and coordinate bodily functions.
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True or False: Neurons are the basic building blocks of the brain.
True
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Fill in the blank: The brain is divided into _____ main parts.
three
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What are the three main parts of the brain?
Cerebrum, Cerebellum, Brainstem
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What is the role of neurotransmitters?
To transmit signals across synapses between neurons.
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Multiple Choice: Which part of the brain is responsible for balance and coordination? A) Cerebrum B) Cerebellum C) Brainstem
B) Cerebellum
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What is a receptor in the context of the nervous system?
A protein molecule that receives chemical signals from outside a cell.
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True or False: Receptors can only bind to one specific type of neurotransmitter.
True
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Fill in the blank: The _____ lobe is primarily responsible for processing visual information.
occipital
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What is the function of the frontal lobe?
Involved in reasoning, planning, movement, and problem-solving.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of neuron? A) Sensory neuron B) Motor neuron C) Hormonal neuron
C) Hormonal neuron
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What is the role of glial cells?
To support and protect neurons.
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True or False: The blood-brain barrier allows all substances to enter the brain freely.
False
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Fill in the blank: The _____ system is involved in emotional responses.
limbic
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What is synaptic plasticity?
The ability of synapses to strengthen or weaken over time, in response to increases or decreases in activity.
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Multiple Choice: Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with mood regulation? A) Dopamine B) Serotonin C) Acetylcholine
B) Serotonin
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What does the term 'action potential' refer to?
A rapid rise and fall in voltage across a cellular membrane.
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True or False: Myelin sheaths increase the speed of neural transmission.
True
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the part of the brain responsible for regulating autonomic functions such as heart rate and breathing.
brainstem
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What is the primary function of the temporal lobe?
Involved in processing auditory information and memory.
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Multiple Choice: Which part of the brain is involved in higher cognitive functions such as thinking and decision-making? A) Cerebellum B) Brainstem C) Cerebrum
C) Cerebrum
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What is the function of the parietal lobe?
Processes sensory information such as touch, temperature, and pain.
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True or False: The thalamus acts as a relay station for sensory information.
True
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is a part of the limbic system that is crucial for memory formation.
hippocampus
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What are the two main types of receptors in the nervous system?
Ionotropic and Metabotropic receptors.
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Multiple Choice: Which neurotransmitter is primarily involved in muscle contraction? A) GABA B) Glutamate C) Acetylcholine
C) Acetylcholine
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What is the role of the hypothalamus?
To regulate homeostasis and control the endocrine system.
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True or False: The corpus callosum connects the left and right hemispheres of the brain.
True
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is involved in emotional regulation and is part of the limbic system.
amygdala
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What is the primary role of the occipital lobe?
To process visual information from the eyes.
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Multiple Choice: Which type of receptor is activated by the binding of a neurotransmitter that leads to direct changes in ion flow? A) Ionotropic B) Metabotropic C) Both
A) Ionotropic
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What is homeostasis?
The maintenance of stable internal conditions in an organism.
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True or False: The peripheral nervous system includes the brain and spinal cord.
False
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is responsible for the body's fight or flight response.
sympathetic nervous system
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What is the role of the parasympathetic nervous system?
To promote rest and digest functions in the body.
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Multiple Choice: Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons? A) Axon B) Dendrites C) Soma
B) Dendrites
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What is the function of neurotransmitter reuptake?
To clear neurotransmitters from the synaptic cleft and terminate the signal.
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True or False: All neurons are capable of generating action potentials.
False
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is a fatty layer that insulates the axon of a neuron.
myelin sheath
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What is a synapse?
The junction between two neurons where communication occurs.
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Multiple Choice: Which neurotransmitter is involved in the reward pathway of the brain? A) Norepinephrine B) Dopamine C) Serotonin
B) Dopamine
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What is the role of the cerebellum?
To coordinate voluntary movements and maintain posture.
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True or False: The brain's left hemisphere is primarily responsible for language processing in most people.
True
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the outer layer of the brain that is involved in higher-level processing.
cerebral cortex
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What is the primary function of the brainstem?
To control basic life functions such as breathing and heart rate.
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Multiple Choice: Which type of glial cell is responsible for myelination in the central nervous system? A) Schwann cells B) Oligodendrocytes C) Astrocytes
B) Oligodendrocytes
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What is the role of astrocytes?
To support neurons, maintain the blood-brain barrier, and regulate blood flow.
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True or False: The brain can regenerate neurons throughout a person's life.
False
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is a structure that connects the two hemispheres of the brain.
corpus callosum
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What is the function of the thalamus?
To relay sensory information to the appropriate areas of the brain.
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Multiple Choice: Which neurotransmitter is primarily inhibitory? A) Glutamate B) GABA C) Acetylcholine
B) GABA
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What is the primary role of the limbic system?
To regulate emotions and memory.
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True or False: The brain is capable of forming new connections throughout life.
True
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the part of the brain that controls voluntary movements.
motor cortex
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What is the role of the sensory cortex?
To process sensory input from the body.
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Multiple Choice: Which part of the brain is involved in regulating circadian rhythms? A) Pineal gland B) Pituitary gland C) Hypothalamus
A) Pineal gland
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