Scientists unlock the secret to scratching: What makes you itch?

Scientists unlock the secret to scratching: What makes you itch?

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Science, Health Sciences, Biology

11th Grade - University

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The video discusses how the itch sensation is transmitted to the brain in mice through a dedicated neuron network. Scientists expect a similar response in humans, which could lead to clinical solutions for itchiness.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the sensation of itch transmitted to the brain in mice?

Through the spinal cord

By random neural signals

Via a dedicated neuron network

Through a general neural network

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a part of the neural pathway for itch in mice?

Spinal cord

Random neural signals

General neural network

Dedicated neuron network

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do scientists expect regarding the itch response in humans?

It will involve a similar neural pathway as in mice

It will be completely different from mice

It will be less complex than in mice

It will not involve any neural pathways

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential benefit could arise from understanding the neural pathway of itch?

Developing new types of clothing

Improving skin moisturizers

Creating more effective insect repellents

Providing clinical cures for itchiness

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ultimate goal of studying the itch sensation in mice and humans?

To improve brain surgery techniques

To create new types of fabrics

To develop new medications for itch relief

To understand animal behavior