Question 1

What is a dendrite?

Accepted Answer

A tree-like projection that carries messages to the cell body

Answer

A type of tree

Answer

Sends information from sensory sensors

Answer

Space separating two neurons

Question 2

What is the name of the insulating layer around neurons that allow nerve impulses to be transmitted quickly and effectively?

Accepted Answer

Myelin Sheath

Answer

Synapse

Answer

Somatic

Answer

Axon

Question 3

Which nervous system is responsible for the "alarm bells" (increase in heart rate, production of adrenaline, etc)

Accepted Answer

Sympathetic Nervous System

Answer

Parasympathetic Nervous system

Question 4

What is the function of the Autonomic Nervous System?

Accepted Answer

Controls involuntary functions such as the heart and smooth muscles

Answer

Consists of cranial and spinal nerve

Answer

Calms the body down

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