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    Part of a neuron include:

    • The axon
    • The cell body
    • Dendrites
    • All of the above
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Nervous System Exam: Biology Quiz assesses key concepts related to neuron structure, action potentials, and nerve impulse transmission. It evaluates understanding of sensory neurons, resting potential, and the sodium-potassium pump, crucial for students of biology.

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  • 2. 

     Your sense of smell contributes to your sense of taste.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The sense of smell and taste are closely connected. When we eat or drink something, the molecules from the food or drink stimulate our taste buds and also travel to the olfactory receptors in our nose. These receptors send signals to the brain, which combines the information from both the taste buds and olfactory receptors to create the perception of flavor. Therefore, our sense of smell significantly influences our sense of taste, making the statement true.

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  • 3. 

    Coke contains a psychoactive drug.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    Coke, short for Coca-Cola, contains a psychoactive drug called caffeine. Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant that can alter brain function and create a temporary increase in alertness and energy. This drug is found in many beverages, including Coke, and is known for its ability to enhance mood, improve focus, and increase wakefulness. Therefore, the statement "Coke contains a psychoactive drug" is true.

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  • 4. 

    The role of the axon is to:

    • Receive nerve impulses from other neurons.

    • Transmit nerve impulses to other cells.

    • Ravel across the synaptic cleft and bind to receptors on the membrane of the other cell.

    • Receive chemical signals from other cells.

    Correct Answer
    A. Transmit nerve impulses to other cells.
    Explanation
    The axon is a long, slender projection of a neuron that carries nerve impulses away from the cell body and transmits them to other cells. It acts as a communication pathway, allowing the electrical signals generated by the neuron to travel to other neurons, muscle cells, or gland cells. Therefore, the role of the axon is to transmit these nerve impulses to other cells, enabling the transmission of information throughout the nervous system.

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  • 5. 

    The synapse releases neurotransmitters, which cross the axon terminal and bind to receptors on the next cell.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement is true because synapses are the junctions between neurons where communication occurs. Neurotransmitters are chemicals released by the presynaptic neuron that transmit signals to the postsynaptic neuron. These neurotransmitters cross the axon terminal and bind to receptors on the next cell, allowing the transmission of the signal from one neuron to another.

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  • 6. 

    Psychoactive drugs

    • Generally influence the transmission of nerve impulses.

    • Cause neurons to degenerate.

    • Cause abnormal brain functions.

    • May cause paralysis and other disabilities.

    Correct Answer
    A. Generally influence the transmission of nerve impulses.
    Explanation
    Psychoactive drugs generally influence the transmission of nerve impulses. This means that they affect the way nerve cells communicate with each other in the brain. These drugs can either enhance or inhibit the transmission of these impulses, leading to various effects on mood, cognition, and behavior. By altering the chemical signals in the brain, psychoactive drugs can produce changes in perception, consciousness, and overall brain function.

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  • 7. 

    To initiate an action potential,

    • Potassium ions rush into the cell.

    • Sodium ions rush into the cell.

    • Sodium ions are pumped into the cell.

    • Potassium ions are pumped out of the cell.

    Correct Answer
    A. Sodium ions rush into the cell.
    Explanation
    During an action potential, sodium ions rush into the cell. This is known as depolarization. The opening of sodium channels allows for the influx of sodium ions, which leads to a change in the cell's membrane potential. This rapid influx of positively charged sodium ions depolarizes the cell membrane and triggers the propagation of the action potential along the neuron.

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  • 8. 

    A junction where an axon terminal meets another cell is known as?

    • The synapse.

    • The neurotransmitter junction.

    • The axon terminal junction.

    • The axon-dendrite junction.

    Correct Answer
    A. The synapse.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is the synapse. A synapse is a junction where an axon terminal meets another cell, allowing for communication between neurons. At the synapse, electrical signals are converted into chemical signals through the release of neurotransmitters, which then bind to receptors on the receiving cell and transmit the signal. The synapse plays a crucial role in the transmission of information throughout the nervous system.

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  • 9. 

    Which statement is true concerning the resting potential?

    • The resting potential is the difference in charge across the membrane when the neuron is not actively transmitting a nerve impulse.

    • The resting potential is maintained by the sodium-potassium pump.

    • At rest, the inside of the neuron is negatively charged, while the fluid surrounding the neuron is positively charged.

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. All of the above
    Explanation
    The resting potential refers to the difference in charge across the membrane of a neuron when it is not transmitting a nerve impulse. This potential is maintained by the sodium-potassium pump, which actively transports sodium ions out of the neuron and potassium ions into the neuron. At rest, the inside of the neuron is negatively charged compared to the positively charged fluid surrounding it. Therefore, all of the statements provided are true regarding the resting potential.

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  • 10. 

    The somatic nervous system controls mainly involuntary activities.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The somatic nervous system actually controls voluntary activities, such as movements of skeletal muscles. In contrast, the autonomic nervous system controls involuntary activities, such as heart rate and digestion. Therefore, the correct answer is False.

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  • 11. 

    Which of the following statements best describes an action potential?

    • A sudden reversal of the electrical charge across the membrane of a resting neuron

    • A difference in electrical charge across the plasma membrane of a neuron

    • A long extension of the cell body that transmits nerve impulses to other cells

    • The structural and functional units of the electrical impulse

    Correct Answer
    A. A sudden reversal of the electrical charge across the membrane of a resting neuron
    Explanation
    An action potential is a sudden reversal of the electrical charge across the membrane of a resting neuron. During an action potential, there is a rapid change in the electrical potential across the neuron's membrane, causing a brief period of depolarization followed by repolarization. This electrical signal allows for the transmission of information along the neuron and is a key mechanism in the communication between neurons in the nervous system.

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  • 12. 

    Which process maintains the resting potential in a neuron?

    • Simple diffusion

    • Passive transport involving channel proteins

    • Active transport involving the sodium-potassium pump

    • Endocytosis and excocytosis

    Correct Answer
    A. Active transport involving the sodium-potassium pump
    Explanation
    The resting potential in a neuron is maintained by active transport involving the sodium-potassium pump. This pump actively transports sodium ions out of the cell and potassium ions into the cell, against their concentration gradients. This process requires energy in the form of ATP and helps to establish and maintain the electrical charge difference across the neuron's membrane, which is necessary for proper nerve function.

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  • 13. 

    The somatic nervous system:

    • Consists of all the nervous tissue that lies outside the central nervous system.

    • Consists of nerves connected to glands and internal organs.

    • Is made up of nerves that are connected to skeletal muscles.

    • Carries sensory information from the body to the central nervous system.

    Correct Answer
    A. Is made up of nerves that are connected to skeletal muscles.
    Explanation
    The somatic nervous system is responsible for voluntary movements and sensory perception. It consists of nerves that are connected to skeletal muscles, allowing us to consciously control our movements. This system does not include nerves connected to glands and internal organs, which are part of the autonomic nervous system. It also does not carry sensory information from the body to the central nervous system; instead, it carries motor signals from the central nervous system to the muscles.

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  • 14. 

    Which of the following can carry nerve impulses from tissues and organs to the spinal cord and brain?

    • Interneurons

    • Motor neurons

    • Sensory neurons

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Sensory neurons
    Explanation
    Sensory neurons are responsible for carrying nerve impulses from tissues and organs to the spinal cord and brain. These neurons are specialized in detecting and transmitting sensory information such as touch, temperature, pain, and pressure. They play a crucial role in allowing us to perceive and respond to the environment around us. Interneurons, on the other hand, are responsible for transmitting signals between different neurons, while motor neurons carry nerve impulses from the brain and spinal cord to muscles and glands, enabling movement and response. Therefore, the correct answer is sensory neurons.

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  • 15. 

    Which statement is true concerning the brain? (1) The brain contains about 100 million neurons. (2) The brain is the most complex organ of the human body. (3) The brain is the control center of the nervous system. (4) The brain interprets information from the senses. (5) The brain controls breathing and heartbeat.

    • 1 and 2

    • 2, 3, and 4

    • 2, 3, 4, and 5

    • All 5 statements are correct.

    Correct Answer
    A. 2, 3, 4, and 5
    Explanation
    The brain is the most complex organ of the human body because it is responsible for controlling various bodily functions and processes. It serves as the control center of the nervous system, interpreting information from the senses and coordinating responses. Additionally, the brain controls essential functions such as breathing and heartbeat. Therefore, statements 2, 3, 4, and 5 are all true regarding the brain.

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  • 16. 

    The motor division of the peripheral nervous system.

    • Controls mainly voluntary activities that are under conscious control.

    • Involuntary activities not under conscious control.

    • Carries impulses that cause glands to secrete hormones.

    • All of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Carries impulses that cause glands to secrete hormones.
    Explanation
    The motor division of the peripheral nervous system carries impulses that cause glands to secrete hormones. This is because the motor division is responsible for transmitting signals from the brain and spinal cord to the muscles and glands in the body. While it is true that the motor division also controls voluntary activities that are under conscious control and involuntary activities not under conscious control, the specific function mentioned in the answer is the most accurate and relevant to the question.

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  • 17. 

    An action potential is necessary for a nerve impulse to occur.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    An action potential is not necessary for a nerve impulse to occur. While an action potential is a crucial component of transmitting a nerve impulse along an axon, it is not the only way for a nerve impulse to occur. Nerve impulses can also be generated by other mechanisms such as graded potentials or synaptic inputs. Therefore, it is incorrect to say that an action potential is necessary for a nerve impulse to occur.

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