UNIT III Nervous System

What is the anatomical direction described as 'Toward the beak'?

• Rostral

• Caudal

• Dorsal

• Ventral

What is the primary function of the dura mater in the central nervous system?

• To store excess nutrients
• To regulate hormone production
• To transmit electrical signals
• To protect the brain and spinal cord

How many lateral ventricles are present in the brain?

• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5

What is the primary function of the choroid plexus in the production of cerebrospinal fluid?

• Absorb excess cerebrospinal fluid
• Produce red blood cells
• Filter blood plasma and secrete cerebrospinal fluid
• Regulate blood pressure

What are the two divisions of the forebrain?

• Telencephalon and Diencephalon

• Cerebral Cortex and Basal Ganglia

• Thalamus and Hypothalamus

• Optic Chiasma and Pineal Body

What is the name of the structure present between the cerebrum and the mid brain?

• Hypothalamus
• Thalamus
• Cerebellum
• Pons

What is the primary function of the cerebral cortex?

• Regulate body temperature
• Control heart rate
• Produce hormones
• Process information from the senses, control voluntary movements, and regulate higher cognitive functions.

Which lobe of the cerebral cortex is responsible for processing visual information?

• Occipital lobe
• Parietal lobe
• Frontal lobe
• Temporal lobe

What is the function of the basal ganglia in the brain?

• Voluntary motor control, procedural learning, eye movements, cognitive and emotional functions
• Digestion control
• Temperature regulation
• Memory storage

What is the role of the limbic system in the brain?

• It processes visual information and perception
• It controls voluntary movements and coordination
• It is responsible for emotions, motivation, learning, and memory.
• It regulates body temperature and hunger