Nervous System

Front

What lobe of the cerebrum is responsible for processing sensations of hearing and smell?

Back

Temporal lobe.

Front

What is the primary function of the cerebellum?

Back

Coordination.

Front

What is white matter primarily composed of?

Back

Axons.

Front

Which lobe of the cerebrum is involved in visual processing and memorization of objects and symbols?

Back

Occipital lobe.

Front

What type of neuron carries impulses from the brain and spinal cord to muscles or glands?

Back

Motor neuron.

Front

What is the function of the frontal lobe in the brain?

Back

Involved in reasoning, planning, problem-solving, and emotional regulation.

Front

What is the role of sensory neurons?

Back

They carry impulses from sensory receptors to the central nervous system.

Front

What is the difference between gray matter and white matter in the nervous system?

Back

Gray matter contains neuronal cell bodies, while white matter consists of myelinated axons.

Front

What is the function of the brainstem?

Back

It controls basic life functions such as breathing, heartbeat, and blood pressure.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Front

What is the role of the hypothalamus in the nervous system?

Back

It regulates homeostasis, including temperature, hunger, and thirst.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-3