Foundation of Communication

What is the primary medium for communication in the nervous system?

• Neurons

• Blood vessels

• Muscles

• Bones

Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for processing auditory information?

• Cerebellum

• Frontal lobe

• Temporal lobe

• Occipital lobe

What is the role of neurotransmitters in the nervous system?

• Transmit signals across synapses

• Store genetic information

• Provide energy to neurons

• Protect neurons from damage

Which of the following is a chemical messenger involved in communication between cells?

• Insulin

• Adrenaline

• Dopamine

• All of the above

What is the function of myelin in neural communication?

• Increase signal speed

• Store neurotransmitters

• Protect the brain

• Regulate blood flow

Which experiment demonstrated the electrical nature of nerve impulses?

• Pavlov's dogs

• Galvani's frog legs

• Mendel's peas

• Darwin's finches

What is the term for the gap between two neurons where communication occurs?

• Axon

• Dendrite

• Synapse

• Node

Which type of cell is primarily responsible for transmitting information in the nervous system?

• Glial cells

• Neurons

• Epithelial cells

• Muscle cells

What is the main function of the corpus callosum in the brain?

• Connect the two hemispheres

• Regulate emotions

• Control movement

• Process visual information

Which of the following is an example of a sensory receptor?

• Rods and cones in the eyes

• Hair cells in the ears

• Taste buds on the tongue

• All of the above

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