Biology Practice: Nervous System (Mock Test 2 - Anatomy, Functions & Locations)
1. The specific region of the brain responsible for the perception of sight is located in the:
2. In a cross-section of the Cerebrum, the 'Gray Matter' is located:
3. Which part of the brain acts as a relay station for sensory impulses to the cerebrum?
4. The "Master Clock" of the body, controlling body temperature and hunger, is the:
5. Which structure is responsible for connecting the brain to the spinal cord?
6. The convolutions (folds) on the surface of the cerebrum are called:
7. The central canal of the spinal cord is a continuation of the:
8. Mixed nerves are those that contain:
9. The dorsal root of a spinal nerve contains only ________ fibers.
10. Which part of the brain is the center for muscular coordination during complex movements like dancing?
11. The gap in the myelin sheath of an axon is called:
12. Reflex actions like sneezing and coughing are coordinated by the:
13. The Autonomic Nervous System consists of:
14. The dura mater is the ________ protective layer of the meninges.
15. Which part of the brain is damaged if a person is unable to maintain balance after drinking alcohol?
16. The "Butterfly-shaped" gray matter is a characteristic feature of the cross-section of:
17. Cranial nerves arise from the ________ and go to the organs in the head region.
18. The Vagus nerve is a mixed nerve that arises from the medulla and is part of the ________ nerves.
19. In the cerebral cortex, the shallow grooves are technically called:
20. The Parasympathetic nervous system acts to ________ the heartbeat after an emergency.