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What are the four main lobes of the brain?

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Frontal, Parietal, Temporal, and Occipital lobes.

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True or False: The Central Nervous System (CNS) includes the brain and spinal cord.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ lobe is responsible for processing visual information.

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Occipital.

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What is the primary function of the Frontal lobe?

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It is responsible for reasoning, planning, and voluntary movement.

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Multiple Choice: Which part of the nervous system controls involuntary actions?

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Autonomic Nervous System.

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What is a neuron?

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A neuron is a nerve cell that transmits signals in the nervous system.

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True or False: The Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) consists of all the nerves outside the CNS.

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True.

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What role do receptors play in the nervous system?

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Receptors detect stimuli and convert them into signals for the nervous system.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ lobe processes auditory information.

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Temporal.

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What is the function of the Parietal lobe?

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It processes sensory information related to touch, temperature, and pain.

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Multiple Choice: Which part of the CNS is responsible for reflex actions?

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Spinal cord.

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What is the gap between two neurons called?

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Synapse.

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True or False: The brain is part of the Peripheral Nervous System.

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False.

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What is the role of the Autonomic Nervous System?

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It regulates involuntary bodily functions.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ lobe is involved in higher cognitive functions.

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Frontal.

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What is the function of sensory receptors?

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They respond to environmental stimuli and send information to the brain.

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Multiple Choice: Which lobe is primarily responsible for vision?

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Occipital lobe.

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What is a neurotransmitter?

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A chemical messenger that transmits signals across a synapse from one neuron to another.

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True or False: The brainstem is part of the Central Nervous System.

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True.

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What is the main function of the cerebellum?

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It coordinates voluntary movements and balance.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ system includes the brain and spinal cord.

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Central Nervous.

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What type of neuron carries signals from the brain to muscles?

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Motor neuron.

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Multiple Choice: Which lobe is responsible for processing language?

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Temporal lobe.

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What is the function of the occipital lobe?

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It is primarily responsible for visual processing.

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True or False: The nervous system has only one type of neuron.
False.
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What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?
Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS).
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Fill in the blank: The __________ nervous system controls voluntary movements.
Somatic.
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What is the main function of the brain?
To process information and control bodily functions.
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True or False: The brain is the largest organ in the human body.
False.
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Fill in the blank: The brain is divided into _____ main parts.
three
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What are the three main parts of the brain?
Cerebrum, Cerebellum, Brainstem.
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Multiple Choice: Which part of the brain is responsible for balance and coordination? A) Cerebrum B) Cerebellum C) Brainstem
B) Cerebellum
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What is the role of the cerebrum?
To control higher brain functions such as thought, action, and emotion.
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True or False: The brainstem controls involuntary functions such as breathing and heartbeat.
True.
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What is the function of neurons?
To transmit information throughout the body.
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Fill in the blank: Neurons communicate through _____ synapses.
chemical
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Multiple Choice: Which part of the brain is involved in learning and memory? A) Cerebellum B) Hippocampus C) Medulla
B) Hippocampus
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What is the protective covering of the brain called?
Meninges.
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True or False: The cerebral cortex is involved in processing sensory information.
True.
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What is the function of the amygdala?
To process emotions and fear responses.
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Fill in the blank: The brain uses _____ to communicate between neurons.
neurotransmitters
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Multiple Choice: Which lobe of the brain is responsible for visual processing? A) Frontal B) Occipital C) Temporal
B) Occipital
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What is neuroplasticity?
The brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections.
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True or False: The left hemisphere of the brain is typically associated with logical thinking.
True.
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What is the function of the thalamus?
To relay sensory information to the appropriate areas of the brain.
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Fill in the blank: The _____ controls the body's sleep-wake cycle.
hypothalamus
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Multiple Choice: Which neurotransmitter is primarily involved in mood regulation? A) Dopamine B) Serotonin C) Acetylcholine
B) Serotonin
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What are glial cells?
Cells that support, nourish, and protect neurons.
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True or False: The brain has the ability to regenerate damaged neurons.
False.
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What is the role of the corpus callosum?
To connect the left and right hemispheres of the brain.
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is responsible for processing auditory information.
temporal lobe
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Multiple Choice: Which brain structure is crucial for regulating emotions? A) Thalamus B) Amygdala C) Cerebellum
B) Amygdala
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What is the primary function of the prefrontal cortex?
To manage complex cognitive behavior and decision making.

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