Question 1

Centres for the control of respiration and circulatory function are located in the hypothalamus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

MATCHING
Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all).
-damage to this structure is associated with a resting tremor

Accepted Answer

A) cerebellum 
B) hypothalamus 
C) brain stem 
D) basal nuclei 
E) cerebral cortex 
A) cerebellum 
B) hypothalamus 
C) brain stem 
D) basal nuclei 
E) cerebral cortex D

Question 3

A retrograde chemical messenger from the postsynaptic neuron can influence neurotransmitter release from the presynaptic neuron at a synapse during long-term potentiation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

These memories are memories of facts that often result after only one experience,whereas another type of memories involve motor skills gained via repetitive training.

Accepted Answer

A)  declarative; procedural 
B)  procedural; declarative 
C)  short-term; long-term 
D)  long-term; short-term 
A)  declarative; procedural 
B)  procedural; declarative 
C)  short-term; long-term 
D)  long-term; short-term

Question 5

Afferent neurons have a long peripheral axon and a short central axon.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

What is the function of astrocytes?

Accepted Answer

A)  They induce formation of the cerebro-spinal fluid. 
B)  They are important in the repair of brain injuries and in neural scar formation. 
C)  They take up excess H+ from the brain ECF. 
D)  They line the fluid-filled cavities of the CNS. 
A)  They induce formation of the cerebro-spinal fluid. 
B)  They are important in the repair of brain injuries and in neural scar formation. 
C)  They take up excess H+ from the brain ECF. 
D)  They line the fluid-filled cavities of the CNS.

Question 7

____________________ represent the subjective urges associated with specific bodily needs that motivate appropriate behaviour to satisfy those needs.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________________ represent the subjective urges associated with...

Question 8

Where do most of the cranial nerves originate?

Accepted Answer

A)  brain stem 
B)  cerebellum 
C)  cerebral cortex 
D)  hypothalamus 
A)  brain stem 
B)  cerebellum 
C)  cerebral cortex 
D)  hypothalamus

Question 9

Indicate whether the characteristics below pertain to the nervous system or endocrine system by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all).
-chemical messengers travel short distances

Accepted Answer

A) applies to the nervous system 
B) applies to the endocrine system 
C) applies to both the nervous system and the endocrine system 
A) applies to the nervous system 
B) applies to the endocrine system 
C) applies to both the nervous system and the endocrine system

Question 10

There are 15 pairs of cranial nerves.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Match the lobes to their descriptions by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all).
-located to the rear of the central sulcus

Accepted Answer

A) occipital lobes 
B) temporal lobes 
C) parietal lobes 
D) frontal lobes 
A) occipital lobes 
B) temporal lobes 
C) parietal lobes 
D) frontal lobes

Question 12

Which statement is correct for slow-wave sleep?

Accepted Answer

A)  It occupies a greater percentage of sleeping time than paradoxical sleep. 
B)  It is harder to arouse sleepers from than paradoxical sleep. 
C)  It is characterized by infrequent shifts in body position. 
A)  It occupies a greater percentage of sleeping time than paradoxical sleep. 
B)  It is harder to arouse sleepers from than paradoxical sleep. 
C)  It is characterized by infrequent shifts in body position.

Question 13

The ____________________ system coordinates rapid responses of the body,whereas the ____________________ system is responsible for regulating metabolic functions and activities that require duration rather than speed.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ____________________ system coordinates rapid responses of...

Question 14

Which statement concerning the thalamus is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)  It performs preliminary processing of almost all sensory input on its way to the cortex. 
B)  It inhibits muscle tone throughout the body. 
C)  It controls thirst, urine output, and food intake. 
D)  It plays a role in emotional and behavioural patterns. 
A)  It performs preliminary processing of almost all sensory input on its way to the cortex. 
B)  It inhibits muscle tone throughout the body. 
C)  It controls thirst, urine output, and food intake. 
D)  It plays a role in emotional and behavioural patterns.

Question 15

Which of the following does NOT apply to Wernicke's area?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is usually developed in the left cerebral hemisphere. 
B)  It is responsible for controlling the muscles necessary for speaking ability. 
C)  It is concerned with language comprehension. 
D)  It plays a critical role in understanding both spoken and written messages. 
A)  It is usually developed in the left cerebral hemisphere. 
B)  It is responsible for controlling the muscles necessary for speaking ability. 
C)  It is concerned with language comprehension. 
D)  It plays a critical role in understanding both spoken and written messages.

Question 16

The brain lacks plasticity of functions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Describe the structure and functions of the spinal cord.

Accepted Answer

The spinal cord is a long, thin, tubular

Question 18

Match the following structures to their descriptions by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all).
-venous blood draining from the brain empties here

Accepted Answer

A) arachnoid villi 
B) subarachnoid space 
C) choroid plexuses 
D) dural sinuses 
E) dura mater 
A) arachnoid villi 
B) subarachnoid space 
C) choroid plexuses 
D) dural sinuses 
E) dura mater

Question 19

A(n)____________________ is a functional aggregation of neuronal cell bodies.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)____________________ is a functional aggregation of neuronal...

Question 20

Match the lobes to their descriptions by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all).
-contain the limbic association cortex

Accepted Answer

A) occipital lobes 
B) temporal lobes 
C) parietal lobes 
D) frontal lobes 
A) occipital lobes 
B) temporal lobes 
C) parietal lobes 
D) frontal lobes

Centres for the control of respiration and circulatory function are located in the hypothalamus.

MATCHING Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all). -damage to this structure is associated with a resting tremor

A retrograde chemical messenger from the postsynaptic neuron can influence neurotransmitter release from the presynaptic neuron at a synapse during long-term potentiation.

These memories are memories of facts that often result after only one experience,whereas another type of memories involve motor skills gained via repetitive training.

Afferent neurons have a long peripheral axon and a short central axon.

What is the function of astrocytes?

____________________ represent the subjective urges associated with specific bodily needs that motivate appropriate behaviour to satisfy those needs.

Where do most of the cranial nerves originate?

Indicate whether the characteristics below pertain to the nervous system or endocrine system by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all). -chemical messengers travel short distances

There are 15 pairs of cranial nerves.

Match the lobes to their descriptions by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all). -located to the rear of the central sulcus

Which statement is correct for slow-wave sleep?

The system coordinates rapid responses of the body,whereas the system is responsible for regulating metabolic functions and activities that require duration rather than speed.

Which statement concerning the thalamus is correct?

Which of the following does NOT apply to Wernicke's area?

The brain lacks plasticity of functions.

Describe the structure and functions of the spinal cord.

Match the following structures to their descriptions by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all). -venous blood draining from the brain empties here

A(n)____________________ is a functional aggregation of neuronal cell bodies.

Match the lobes to their descriptions by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all). -contain the limbic association cortex

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Exam 3: The Central Nervous System

Centres for the control of respiration and circulatory function are located in the hypothalamus.

MATCHING Indicate which brain structure is associated with each function by writing the appropriate letter in the blank by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all). -damage to this structure is associated with a resting tremor

A retrograde chemical messenger from the postsynaptic neuron can influence neurotransmitter release from the presynaptic neuron at a synapse during long-term potentiation.

These memories are memories of facts that often result after only one experience,whereas another type of memories involve motor skills gained via repetitive training.

Afferent neurons have a long peripheral axon and a short central axon.

What is the function of astrocytes?

____________________ represent the subjective urges associated with specific bodily needs that motivate appropriate behaviour to satisfy those needs.

Where do most of the cranial nerves originate?

Indicate whether the characteristics below pertain to the nervous system or endocrine system by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all). -chemical messengers travel short distances

There are 15 pairs of cranial nerves.

Match the lobes to their descriptions by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all). -located to the rear of the central sulcus

Which statement is correct for slow-wave sleep?

The ____________________ system coordinates rapid responses of the body,whereas the ____________________ system is responsible for regulating metabolic functions and activities that require duration rather than speed.

Which statement concerning the thalamus is correct?

Which of the following does NOT apply to Wernicke's area?

The brain lacks plasticity of functions.

Describe the structure and functions of the spinal cord.

Match the following structures to their descriptions by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all). -venous blood draining from the brain empties here

A(n)____________________ is a functional aggregation of neuronal cell bodies.

Match the lobes to their descriptions by using the answer code (options may be used more than once or not at all). -contain the limbic association cortex

The Foundation of Physiology

Cell Physiology

The Peripheral Nervous System

Principals of Endocrinology; The Central Endocrine Glands

Muscle Physiology

Cardiac Physiology

Vascular Physiology

The Blood

Body Defences

The Respiratory System

The Urinary System

Fluid and Acid Base Balance

The Digestive System

Energy Balance and Temperature Regulation

The Endocrine Glands

The Reproductive System

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The system coordinates rapid responses of the body,whereas the system is responsible for regulating metabolic functions and activities that require duration rather than speed.