Brain Matters: Chapter 1
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- 1.
Which is the specialized cell capable of sending and receiving information?
- A.
Glia
- B.
Astrocyte
- C.
Neuron
- D.
Dendrite
Correct Answer
C. NeuronExplanation
section 1:09 (specific 1:14)Rate this question:
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- 2.
Communication within a neuron is ____________________ , whereas communication between neurons is ____________________ .
- A.
Chemical, Chemical
- B.
Electrical, Electrical
- C.
Chemical, Electrical or Chemical
- D.
Electrical, Electrical or Chemical
Correct Answer
D. Electrical, Electrical or ChemicalExplanation
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- 3.
Which is a chemical used to communicate between neurons?
- A.
Neurotransmitter
- B.
Synapse
- C.
Action Potential
- D.
Dendrite
Correct Answer
A. NeurotransmitterExplanation
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- 4.
Which is the fiber bundle that carries signals away from the neuron?
- A.
Dendrite
- B.
Axon
- C.
Terminal
- D.
Cell Body
Correct Answer
B. AxonExplanation
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- 5.
Which of the following is the correct order of communication within a neuron?
- A.
Cell Body, Dendrite, Axon
- B.
Dendrite, Cell Body, Axon
- C.
Dendrite, Axon, Cell Body
- D.
Axon, Cell Body, Dendrite
Correct Answer
B. Dendrite, Cell Body, AxonExplanation
section 5:10 (specific 5:54)Rate this question:
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