Neurons Quiz

What type of cells are neurons?

• Macroscopic cells

• Microscopic cells

• Plant cells

• Bacterial cells

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What is the function of the cell body in a neuron?

• Transmits signals away from the cell body

• Insulates and speeds up signal transmission

• Houses the nucleus and controls cell activities

• Receives incoming signals

Which structure in the neuron houses the nucleus?

• Axon

• Dendrites

• Cell Body

• Myelin Sheath

What is the role of dendrites in a neuron?

• Transmit signals

• Insulate the neuron

• Receive incoming signals

• Control cell activities

What travels along a neuron during neurotransmission?

• Synaptic vesicles

• Electrical signals

• Neurotransmitters

• Receptors

What receives signals on the postsynaptic neuron?

• Axons

• Dendrites

• Receptors

• Synaptic vesicles

Which disorder is caused by the loss of dopamine-producing neurons?

• Alzheimer's Disease

• Parkinson's Disease

• Multiple Sclerosis

• Epilepsy

What does Multiple Sclerosis (MS) affect in the nervous system?

• The liver

• The myelin sheath

• The heart

• The kidneys

Which disorder gradually affects memory and cognitive function?

• Parkinson's Disease

• Multiple Sclerosis

• Alzheimer's Disease

• Hypertension

What is a common symptom of Parkinson's Disease?

• Memory loss

• Tremors

• Skin rash

• High blood pressure