Nervous System REVIEW -E. WILSON

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What is the function of cerebrospinal fluid?

Back

Cerebrospinal fluid serves as a liquid shock absorber to protect the brain and spinal cord.

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What part of a neuron can have multiple structures?

Back

Dendrites can have multiple branches, allowing a neuron to receive signals from many other neurons.

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How many pairs of cranial nerves are present in the human body?

Back

There are 12 pairs of cranial nerves.

Front

What is a common symptom of Alzheimer's disease in stage 3?

Back

Difficulty speaking is a common symptom in stage 3 of Alzheimer's disease.

Front

What condition is characterized by abnormal electrical impulses in the brain?

Back

Epilepsy is a condition involving abnormal electrical impulses of the brain.

Front

What is the role of axons in neurons?

Back

Axons transmit electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body to other neurons or muscles.

Front

What is the primary function of the nervous system?

Back

The primary function of the nervous system is to coordinate and control bodily functions and respond to external stimuli.

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What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?

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The two main divisions are the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS).

Front

What is the role of the brainstem?

Back

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

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What is the difference between sensory and motor neurons?

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Sensory neurons carry signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system, while motor neurons transmit signals from the central nervous system to muscles.