Brain Matters: Chapter 1

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    Which is the specialized cell capable of sending and receiving information?

    • Glia
    • Astrocyte
    • Neuron
    • Dendrite
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  • 2. 

    Which is a chemical used to communicate between neurons?

    • Neurotransmitter

    • Synapse

    • Action Potential

    • Dendrite

    Correct Answer
    A. Neurotransmitter
    Explanation
    section 5:10 (specific 9:10)

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  • 3. 

    Which of the following is the correct order of communication within a neuron?

    • Cell Body, Dendrite, Axon

    • Dendrite, Cell Body, Axon

    • Dendrite, Axon, Cell Body

    • Axon, Cell Body, Dendrite

    Correct Answer
    A. Dendrite, Cell Body, Axon
    Explanation
    section 5:10 (specific 5:54)

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  • 4. 

    Which is the fiber bundle that carries signals away from the neuron?

    • Dendrite

    • Axon

    • Terminal

    • Cell Body

    Correct Answer
    A. Axon
    Explanation
    section 3:45 (specific 4:26)

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  • 5. 

    Communication within a neuron is ____________________ , whereas communication between neurons is ____________________ .

    • Chemical, Chemical

    • Electrical, Electrical

    • Chemical, Electrical or Chemical

    • Electrical, Electrical or Chemical

    Correct Answer
    A. Electrical, Electrical or Chemical
    Explanation
    section 5:10 (specific 5:24)

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