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WorksheetsNervous & Endocrine Test (Figures)
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 40mins
Which of the following most accurately describes cell "C"?
It is found in specialized sensory areas, like the eye or ear
It is BIPOLAR in shape
It has a single dendrite and a single axon.
It controls MOTOR function, such as muscle contraction
This gland is responsible for the secretion of epinephrine and norephinephrine, as well as androgens which control secondary sex characteristics.
Gland B
Gland C
Gland E
Gland G
Gland F
This compound could be EXCITATORY or INHIBITORY depending on the response of the post-synaptic neuron. Which structure represents the neurotransmitter?
Structure B
Structure C
Structure E
Structure D
Structure Y
These structures are responsible for directing signals INWARD towards the cell body.
Structure I
Structure H
Structure G
Structure E
Structure A
According to the following graph, sodium ions would be ENTERING the cell during position ...
1
2
3
4
Which of the following neurons can be described as having sensory function and is identified by having one singular extension?
Neuron A
Neuron B
Neuron C
Neuron B or C
These two glands maintain homeostasis by controlling blood calcium levels.
A and B
C and D
A and E
F only
During a process called SALTATORY CONDUCTION, the electrical activity jumps from one node of Ranvier to another. Which letter identifies a single node?
H
C
E
F
G
Which of the following identifies the EPINEURIUM?
A
B
C
D
E
One of the ways that drugs can influence the behavior of the synapse is by blocking the receptor protein. Which letter represents the receptor protein?
F
C
D
B
Used neurotransmitters can be destroyed in one of two ways: they can be digested by enzymes in the synapse, or be recycled by uptake transporters. Which two letters represent the synapse and the uptake transporter respectively?
A is the synapse; G is the uptake transporter
B is the synapse; F is the uptake transporter
A is the synapse; F is the uptake transporter
B is the synapse; G is the uptake transporter
The figure represents several different levels of organization within the nervous system. Which letter represents the ORGAN and which letter represents the CELL?
B is the organ; C is the cell
C is the organ; D is the cell
A is the organ; E is the cell
A is the organ; D is the cell
This gland is responsible for controlling blood sugar levels by releasing insulin and glucagon into the bloodstream.
C
D
E
F
Imagine an electrical impulse traveling down the length of this neuron. What could we conclude about the speed of this impulse?
Slow because the axon is myelinated
Fast because the axon is myelinated
Slow because the axon is unmyelinated
Fast because the axon is unmyelinated
This gland is a MAJOR endocrine contributor, producing growth hormone, antidiuretic hormone, as well as several hormones that stimulate metabolism and sexual maturity.
Gland A
Gland B
Gland C
Gland D
The structure labeled "D" is most likely covered in which type of fascia?
Epineurium
Perineurium
Endoneurium
Fascicle
This part of the neuron may contain receptor proteins for receiving a chemical signal:
F
E
D
F and E
This part of the neuron contains the synaptic vesicles and the neurotransmitter.
H
C
E
F
G
The nervous system includes two primary types of cells which differ in function AND quantity. Which of the following correctly differentiates these cells?
Structure 5 is the neuron and structure 6 is the glial cell
Structure 8 is the neuron and structure 9 is the glial cell
Structure 6 is the neuron and structure 7 is the glial cell
Structure 7 is the neuron and structure 8 is the glial cell
According to the following graph, potassium ions would be EXITING the cell during position ...
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2
3
4
