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Neuron

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 25mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The long, fiber like part of a neuron which the cell sends information to receiving neurons

a)

axon 

b)

dendrite

c)

axon terminal

d)

gene

2.

A chemical produced by neurons that carries messages to other neurons

a)

myelin sheath

b)

neurotransmitter

c)

axon

d)

axon terminal

3.

The tiny gap between neurons where nerve impulses are sent from one neuron to another.  It is where communication occurs between an axon and dendrite

a)

synapse

b)

axon terminal

c)

impulse

d)

myelin

4.

A network of branches coming from individual cells.  They carry information and electrical signals in the brain and nervous system

a)

axon

b)

axon terminal

c)

dendrite

d)

neuron

5.

Label the Neuron Cell

6.

This insulating material forms a layer, around the axon of a neuron.  It enables electrical signals to travel down the axon at higher speeds.

a)

neuron

b)

myelin sheath

c)

dendrite

d)

neurotransmitter

7.

How many nerve cells does the brain contain?

a)

100 million

b)

86 billion

c)

86 million 

d)

100 billion

8.

The correct direction of the neural impulse within one neuron.

a)

Axon Terminal to Dendrite

b)

Dendrite to Axon Terminal

c)

Cell Body to Axon

d)

Axon Terminal to Cell Body

9.

Which is the following is represented by the letter B?

a)

cell body

b)

nucleus

c)

dendrite

d)

axon

10.

Which is represented by the letter E?

a)

Axon

b)

Myelin sheath

c)

schwan cells

d)

terminal branches

11.

Which is represented by the letter G?

a)

axon

b)

myelin sheath

c)

schwan cell

d)

terminal branches

12.

What is the function of the nerve cells?

a)

They are responsable of your defense mechanism.

b)

They transmit signals or messages to other neurons, organs or glands.

c)

They transmit substances to your endocrine system to produce hormones.

13.

What is the name of the part of the neuron that is pointed out in the image?

a)

Myelin sheaths

b)

Cell Body (Soma)

c)

Axon

d)

Dendrites

14.

What is the name of the part of the neuron that is pointed out in the image?

a)

Myelin Sheats

b)

Axon

c)

Dendrites

d)

Cell Body (Soma)

15.

What is the name of the part of the neuron that is pointed out in the image?

a)

Myelin Sheats

b)

Cell Body (Soma)

c)

Dendrites

d)

Axon

16.

The neuron's life support that contains the nucleus is:

a)

Soma

b)

Dendrites

c)

Myelin Sheaths

d)

Axon

17.

The protective fatty tissue that speeds up the transmission of messages is:

a)

Myelin Sheaths

b)

Axon

c)

Dendrites

d)

Soma

18.

The extension that transmit electrical impulses from the som to other parts is:

a)

Myelin Sheaths

b)

Soma

c)

Dendrites

d)

Axon

19.

The extensions that obtain the messages from other cells are:

a)

Myelin Sheats

b)

Axon

c)

Dendrites

d)

Soma

20.

What type of neuron is represented on the image?

a)

Motor Neuron

b)

Interneuron

c)

Sensory Neuron

21.

What is the primary function of a neuron in the nervous system?

a)

To transmit electrical and chemical signals

b)

To produce hormones

c)

To store energy

d)

To protect organs

22.

Which part of the neuron receives incoming signals from other neurons?

a)

Axon

b)

Dendrite

c)

Myelin sheath

d)

Soma

23.

What is the role of the myelin sheath in neural transmission?

a)

To slow down signal transmission

b)

To insulate the axon and speed up signal transmission

c)

To connect neurons to blood vessels

d)

To produce neurotransmitters

24.

Which of the following best describes a synapse?

a)

A gap between two neurons where communication occurs

b)

A type of neurotransmitter

c)

A part of the axon

d)

A type of neuron

25.

In an experiment, a scientist observes that blocking neurotransmitter release at the synapse affects neural communication. What conclusion can be drawn from this observation?

a)

Neurotransmitters are not essential for neural communication

b)

Neurotransmitters play a crucial role in neural communication

c)

The axon is responsible for neurotransmitter release

d)

Dendrites release neurotransmitters