Psychology 001 - General Psychology » Spring 2022 » Chapter 02 The Nervous System On Being Wired

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Question #1
Which part of a neuron receives information from other neurons?
A.   Nucleus
B.   Myelin
C.   Dendrite
D.   Axon
Question #2
Which part of the neuron transmits information away from the cell body?
A.   Myelin
B.   Dendrites
C.   Axon terminal
D.   Axons
Question #3
What is the function of myelin sheaths?
A.   They provide nutrients to the neuron.
B.   They store neurotransmitters.
C.   They allow for faster transmission of the neural impulse.
D.   They allow for slower transmission of the neural impulse.
Question #4
The change in the electrical charge that provides the basis for the conduction of a neural impulse along an axon is called the _____.
A.   synaptic cleft
B.   resting potential
C.   refractory period
D.   action potential
Question #5
The resting potential of the neuron is about _____.
A.   +70 millivolts
B.   -70 millivolts
C.   0 millivolts
D.   +30 millivolts
Question #6
Excess neurotransmitters are broken down or reabsorbed by the axon terminal, via a process called _____.
A.   reuptake
B.   synapse
C.   myelin
D.   vesicles
Question #7
Which neurotransmitter is involved in the regulation of movement and the ability to experience pleasure?
A.   Norepinephrine
B.   Dopamine
C.   Serotonin
D.   Acetylcholine
Question #8
What is the neurotransmitter responsible for producing muscle contraction?
A.   Acetylcholine
B.   GABA
C.   Endorphins
D.   Serotonin

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