In the CNS, a neuron typically receives information from other neurons at its:

(a) Axon

(b) Nissl bodies

(c) Dendrites

(d) Nucleus

Phagocytic cells in nervous tissue of the CNS are:

(a) Astrocytes

(b) Ependymal cells

(c) Oligodendrocytes

(d) Microglia.

The neural cells responsible for the analysis of sensory inputs and coordination of motor outputs are:

(a) Neuroglia

(b) Interneurons

(c) Sensory neurons

(d) Motor neurons

Receptors that bind acetylcholine at the postsynaptic membrane are:

(a) Chemically gated channels

(b) Voltage-gated channels

(c) Passive channels

(d) Mechanically gated channels

What are the major components of the peripheral nervous system?

What are the major components of

(c) the enteric nervous system?

Which two types of neuroglia insulate neuron cell bodies and axons in the PNS from their surroundings?

What three functional groups of neurons are found in the nervous system? What is the function of each type of neuron?

Why can't most neurons in the CNS be replaced when they are lost to injury or disease?

What is the functional difference among chemically gated (ligand-gated), voltage-gated, and mechanically gated ion channels?

State the all-or-none principle of action potentials.

Describe the steps involved in the generation of an action potential.

What are the structural and functional differences among type A, B, and C fibers?

Describe the events that occur during nerve impulse transmission at a typical cholinergic synapse.

What is the difference between temporal summation and spatial summation?

Harry has a kidney condition that causes changes in his body's electrolyte levels (concentration of ions in the extracellular fluid). As a result, he is exhibiting tachycardia, an abnormally fast heart rate. Which ion is involved, and how does a change in its concentration cause Harry's symptoms?

In multiple sclerosis, there is intermittent and progressive damage to the myelin sheath of peripheral nerves. This results in poor motor control of the affected area. Why does destruction of the myelin sheath affect motor control?

What factor determines the maximum frequency of action potentials that could be propagated by an axon?