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Nervous System and Sensory Perception

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Which of the following is NOT a part of the central nervous system?

  1. Brain

  2. Spinal cord

  3. Nerves

  4. Sensory receptors


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Sensory receptors are part of the peripheral nervous system, not the central nervous system.

The primary function of the nervous system is to:

  1. Control and coordinate body functions

  2. Produce energy

  3. Transport nutrients

  4. Fight infection


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The nervous system is responsible for controlling and coordinating all bodily functions, including movement, sensation, and thought.

Which of the following is NOT a type of neuron?

  1. Sensory neuron

  2. Motor neuron

  3. Interneuron

  4. Glial cell


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Glial cells are not neurons, but rather cells that support and protect neurons.

The process by which sensory receptors convert stimuli into electrical signals is called:

  1. Transduction

  2. Synapsis

  3. Action potential

  4. Neurotransmission


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Transduction is the process by which sensory receptors convert stimuli into electrical signals.

The part of the brain responsible for processing visual information is the:

  1. Cerebrum

  2. Cerebellum

  3. Brainstem

  4. Occipital lobe


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The occipital lobe is responsible for processing visual information.

The sense of balance is primarily controlled by the:

  1. Inner ear

  2. Eyes

  3. Nose

  4. Skin


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The inner ear contains structures that help us maintain balance.

Which of the following is NOT a type of sensory receptor?

  1. Photoreceptor

  2. Mechanoreceptor

  3. Thermoreceptor

  4. Nociceptor


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Nociceptors are pain receptors, not sensory receptors.

The process by which information is transmitted from one neuron to another is called:

  1. Synapsis

  2. Action potential

  3. Neurotransmission

  4. Transduction


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Synapsis is the process by which information is transmitted from one neuron to another.

The part of the brain responsible for controlling voluntary movement is the:

  1. Cerebrum

  2. Cerebellum

  3. Brainstem

  4. Frontal lobe


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The frontal lobe is responsible for controlling voluntary movement.

The sense of smell is primarily controlled by the:

  1. Nose

  2. Eyes

  3. Ears

  4. Tongue


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The nose contains olfactory receptors that allow us to smell.

Which of the following is NOT a type of neurotransmitter?

  1. Dopamine

  2. Serotonin

  3. Endorphins

  4. Acetylcholine


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Endorphins are hormones, not neurotransmitters.

The process by which the brain interprets sensory information is called:

  1. Perception

  2. Sensation

  3. Transduction

  4. Synapsis


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Perception is the process by which the brain interprets sensory information.

The part of the brain responsible for controlling involuntary movement is the:

  1. Cerebrum

  2. Cerebellum

  3. Brainstem

  4. Medulla oblongata


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The medulla oblongata is responsible for controlling involuntary movement.

The sense of taste is primarily controlled by the:

  1. Tongue

  2. Nose

  3. Ears

  4. Eyes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The tongue contains taste buds that allow us to taste.

Which of the following is NOT a part of the peripheral nervous system?

  1. Nerves

  2. Sensory receptors

  3. Spinal cord

  4. Brain


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The brain is part of the central nervous system, not the peripheral nervous system.

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