Central Nervous System Text Book

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the difference between hormonal and neural regulation?

• Hormonal regulation is rapid, neural regulation is slow.

• Both hormonal and neural regulations are equally fast.

• Hormonal regulation is slow, neural regulation is rapid.

• Hormonal regulation and neural regulation occur at the same speed.

Open Ended

Why is rapid communication important in the human body, and how does the nervous system contribute to this process?

Multiple Choice

Which division of the nervous system includes the brain and spinal cord?

• Central nervous system

• Peripheral nervous system

• Autonomic nervous system

• Somatic nervous system

Open Ended

Explain the role of dendrites and axons in the transmission of messages within a neuron.

Open Ended

Based on the diagram, what is the function of the myelin sheath in a neuron?

Multiple Select

Which of the following are types of neuroglia?

• Astrocytes

• Microglia

• Oligodendrocytes

• Schwann cells

Fill in the Blank

The space between the axon of one nerve cell and the dendrites of another is called the ___

Multiple Select

Which of the following are effects of aging on the nervous system?

• Slowing nerve conduction

• Loss of brain size

• Slowing of reaction time

• Changes in sleep patterns

Open Ended

Explain the importance of oxygen for brain function and what happens when the brain is deprived of oxygen.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a major part of the brain?

• Cerebrum

• Diencephalon

• Cerebellum

• Spinal cord

Multiple Select

Which of the following structures are part of the diencephalon?

• Thalamus

• Hypothalamus

• Frontal lobe

• Pituitary gland

Multiple Choice

What is the main function of cerebrospinal fluid?

• Transmits nerve impulses

• Acts as a shock absorber and source of nutrients

• Stores memories

• Controls voluntary movement

Fill in the Blank

The middle layer of the coverings of the brain is called the ___ mater.

Multiple Choice

Which structure helps with the production of cerebral spinal fluid?

• Cerebellum

• Choroid plexus

• Medulla oblongata

• Corpus callosum

Open Ended

Explain the role of the blood-brain barrier in protecting the brain.

Multiple Choice

Which part of the brain is responsible for forming cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)?

• Cerebrum

• Ventricles

• Cerebellum

• Medulla oblongata

Fill in the Blank

The cerebral cortex is also known as ___ matter.

Multiple Select

Which of the following are considered major fissures of the cerebrum?

• Central fissure

• Temporal fissure

• Lateral fissure

• Longitudinal fissure

Open Ended

Describe the differences between gyri and sulci in the structure of the cerebrum.

Multiple Choice

Which lobe of the cerebrum is primarily associated with vision?

• Frontal lobe

• Parietal lobe

• Occipital lobe

• Temporal lobe

Open Ended

Explain the role of the thalamus in the brain and how it interacts with other brain regions.

Multiple Choice

Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for autonomic nervous control, temperature regulation, and appetite regulation?

• Cerebellum

• Hypothalamus

• Thalamus

• Cerebrum

Multiple Choice

Which structure is considered the 'brain' of the brain and is involved in emotional state, sleep control, and mind-over-body experiences?

• Thalamus

• Hypothalamus

• Cerebellum

• Cerebrum

Multiple Select

Which of the following are functions of the hypothalamus?

• Manufacture of oxytocin

• Coordination of muscle movements

• Sleep control

• Water balance

Fill in the Blank

The cerebellum is located behind the ___ and below the cerebrum.

Open Ended

Describe how injury to the cerebellum can affect motor function and balance.

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's lesson about the nervous system, what is one question you still have or a topic you would like to explore further?