1805NRS WEEK 7 PASS Quiz

Neurotransmitters are released from the

• Dendrites

• Post-synaptic neuron

• Presynaptic neuron

• Schwann Cells

What type of message does a synapse transmit?

• Electrical message

• Chemical message

• Mechanical message

• Thermal message

A type of neuron (nerve) that transmits messages from sensory neurons to motor neurons. These Neurons are in the spine and brain.

• Motor Neuron

• Sensory Neuron

• Inter-neuron

• Hormone

A type of neuron (nerve) that sends messages from the central nervous system to muscles (motors) or glands.

• Motor Neuron

• Sensory Neuron

• Inter-neuron

• Hormone

What is the function of the nervous system?

• Transport nutrients around the body
• Send and receive messages to respond to a change in an organisms environment
• Brings oxygen into the body
• Moves body parts

______ send signals away from neurons whereas ______ receive signals from other neurons. 

• dendrites; axons
• axons; dendrites
• synapses; dendrites
• axons; synapses

When a neuron is resting, the inside of the axon has a ____________ charge.

• positive
• negative

In resting potential, neurons have more _________ on the outside of the cell membrane.

• K+
• NaCl
• Na+
• Cl-

Which neurotransmitter inhibits brain activity?

• Acetylcholine
• GABA
• Endorphins
• Dopamine