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MCQ 1:

What is the direction of nerve impulse conduction by a dendrite relative to the cell body?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Nerve Impulse Conduction

Correct Answer: B) Towards

Detail Hint:

The dendrite primarily functions to conduct nerve impulses towards the cell body, making the correct answer B, "Towards".

MCQ 2:

How many distinct senses are recognized in humans?





Topic: Sensory Perception in Humans

Correct Answer: A) 5

Detail Hint:

Humans are generally recognized to have five distinct senses: vision, hearing, smell, taste, and touch.

Thus, the correct answer is A, "5".

MCQ 3:

What is the direction of nerve impulse conduction by an axon relative to the cell body?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Nerve Impulse Conduction

Correct Answer: A) Away from

Detail Hint:

The axon's primary function is to convey nerve impulses away from the cell body, making the correct answer A, "Away from".

MCQ 4:

What elements in the neuron membrane are involved in active transport?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Neuron Transport Systems

Correct Answer: B) Pumps

Detail Hint:

Pumps are specifically involved in active transport processes, which require energy to move substances against a concentration gradient.

Thus, the correct answer is B, "Pumps".

MCQ 5:

What is the destination of nerve impulses transmitted by peripheral sensory neurons from sensory receptors?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Sensory Neurons

Correct Answer: D) Central nervous system

Detail Hint:

Sensory neurons, also known as afferent neurons, carry information from sensory receptors towards the central nervous system.

Given these roles, the correct answer is D, "Central nervous system".

MCQ 6:

In the context of nervous coordination, which of the following functions as a coordinator?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Nervous Coordination

Correct Answer: D) Brain

Detail Hint:

The brain is the central hub for nervous coordination within the body, processing and interpreting sensory information and deciding appropriate responses.

Therefore, the correct answer is D, "Brain".

MCQ 7:

What type of neurons are Associative neurons?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Neuron Structure

Correct Answer: C) Multipolar

Detail Hint:

Associative neurons, also known as interneurons, are typically multipolar and interconnect with other neurons within the brain and spinal cord.

Therefore, the correct answer is C, "Multipolar".

MCQ 8:

What term is used to describe the process where action potential is conducted in a jumping manner from node to node?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Action Potential Conduction

Correct Answer: B) Saltatory impulse conduction

Detailed Hint:

The conduction of an action potential can occur in different ways depending on the type of neurons.

In non-myelinated neurons, the conduction is continuous along the length of the neuron. This is known as continuous impulse conduction.

On the other hand, in myelinated neurons, the action potential jumps from one node of Ranvier to the next. This is known as saltatory impulse conduction.

Therefore, the correct answer is B, "Saltatory impulse conduction".

MCQ 9:

Into which parts does the mammalian forebrain differentiate?





Topic: Neuroanatomy - Mammalian Forebrain

Correct Answer: B) Cerebrum

Detailed Hint:

The mammalian forebrain differentiates into several structures.

Among these, the cerebrum, thalamus, and limbic system are key components.

Thus, the correct answer is B, "Cerebrum".

MCQ 10:

In which part of the brain is the speech center located?





Topic: Neuroanatomy - Brain Structures and Functions

Correct Answer: D) Cerebrum

Detailed Hint:

Different regions of the brain are responsible for different functions.

The speech center, responsible for the control of muscles that produce speech and the understanding of spoken and written language, is located in the cerebrum.

Therefore, the correct answer is D, "Cerebrum".

MCQ 11:

What does the term "Meninges" encompass?





Topic: Neuroanatomy - Meninges

Correct Answer: D) All of the above

Detailed Hint:

Meninges are the three layers of protective tissue that surround the brain and spinal cord.

The three layers include the Dura mater (outermost layer), Arachnoid (middle layer), and Pia Mater (innermost layer).

Cerebrospinal fluid is present between the Pia Mater and Arachnoid mater.

Therefore, the correct answer is D, "All of the above".

MCQ 12:

Which feature is a common characteristic of all neurons?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Neuron Characteristics

Correct Answer: A) A cell body which contains a nucleus

Detailed Hint:

Neurons, the fundamental units of the nervous system, have several defining characteristics.

All neurons have a cell body that contains a nucleus.

While many neurons have features like a myelin sheath, nodes of Ranvier, and Schwann cells, these are not universal to all neurons. For instance, not all the neurons in the CNS have a myelin sheath.

Therefore, the correct answer is A, "A cell body which contains a nucleus".

MCQ 13:

What term is used to describe a sensation of tingling, pricking, or numbness of the skin due to nerve damage?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Sensory Disorders

Correct Answer: C) Paresthesia

Detailed Hint:

Various sensations such as tingling, pricking, or numbness of the skin are symptomatic of different conditions relating to nerve damage.

Such sensations are often referred to as Paresthesia.

Paranoia is a psychological condition and is not caused by nerve damage.

Therefore, the correct answer is C, "Paresthesia".

MCQ 14:

What is the impact of the thickness of neuron fibers on impulse conduction?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Neuron Characteristics

Correct Answer: B) Speeds up impulse

Detailed Hint:

The thickness of neuron fibers plays a crucial role in impulse conduction.

Thicker neuron fibers reduce resistance to nerve impulses, thereby increasing the speed of nerve impulses.

Thus, the correct answer is B, "Speeds up impulse".

MCQ 15:

What is the primary chemical composition of the myelin sheath?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Myelin Sheath Composition

Correct Answer: C) Lipids

Detailed Hint:

The myelin sheath, which insulates neurons, is composed predominantly of lipids (about 80%) and proteins (about 20%).

Therefore, the correct answer is C, "Lipids".

MCQ 16:

Which type of mechanoreceptor is responsible for detecting touch?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Sensory Receptors

Correct Answer: A) Meissner Corpuscle

Detailed Hint:

Meissner Corpuscles are specialized for touch sensation, making them responsible for detecting touch.

Therefore, the correct answer is A, "Meissner Corpuscle".

MCQ 17:

Which cells are involved in light detection within the human eye?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Photoreceptors

Correct Answer: C) Both A and B

Detailed Hint:

Rod cells function in low light conditions, while Cone cells are active in bright light. Both are involved in light detection.

Therefore, the correct answer is C, "Both A and B".

MCQ 18:

What is the primary function of Schwann cells, a type of neuroglia?





Topic: Neuroanatomy - Schwann Cells

Correct Answer: D) Production of Myelin Sheath

Detailed Hint:

Schwann cells contribute to the formation of the Myelin Sheath, which insulates neurons and aids in impulse conduction.

Therefore, the correct answer is D, "Production of Myelin Sheath".

MCQ 19:

What term describes the state of a neuron membrane when the outer surface is more positive than the inner surface?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Neuron Membrane Potential

Correct Answer: A) Polarized state

Detailed Hint:

In a polarized state, the outer surface of a neuron's membrane is more positive compared to the inner surface.

Therefore, the correct answer is A, "Polarized state".

MCQ 20:

Which brain parts are encompassed within the Forebrain?





Topic: Neuroanatomy - Brain Structure

Correct Answer: A) Cerebrum, Thalamus, Hypothalamus

Detailed Hint:

The forebrain includes the Cerebrum, Thalamus, and Hypothalamus, which are instrumental in processing and integrating information.

Hence, the correct answer is A, "Cerebrum, Thalamus, Hypothalamus".

MCQ 21:

What does a cross-section of the spinal cord reveal?





Topic: Neuroanatomy - Spinal Cord Structure

Correct Answer: B) Inner gray matter and outer white matter

Detailed Hint:

In a cross-section of the spinal cord, you can observe an inner gray matter surrounded by outer white matter.

Therefore, the correct answer is B, "Inner gray matter and outer white matter".

MCQ 22:

What is the term for the non-myelinated segment of the axon located between two Schwann cells?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Axon Structure

Correct Answer: D) Node of Ranvier

Detailed Hint:

Different parts of the axon have specific names and functions.

The non-myelinated segment between two Schwann cells is called the Node of Ranvier, which plays a key role in nerve impulse conduction.

Thus, the correct answer is D, "Node of Ranvier."

MCQ 23:

What defines a nerve in the neurological context?





Topic: Neuroanatomy - Nerve Structure

Correct Answer: D) Bundles of either Axons or Dendrites enveloped by connective tissue

Detailed Hint:

In neurological terms, a nerve has a specific definition and structure.

It is fundamentally a bundle of either axons or dendrites, but it is also encompassed by connective tissue.

As such, the correct answer is D, "Bundles of either Axons or Dendrites enveloped by connective tissue."

MCQ 24:

How is the electrochemical wave that traverses the length of a neuron described?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Neuron Signal Conduction

Correct Answer: C) Nerve Impulse

Detailed Hint:

Neurons conduct signals via specific electrochemical processes.

One of these processes is the transmission of a wave of electrochemical change, better known as a nerve impulse.

Consequently, the correct answer is C, "Nerve Impulse."

MCQ 25:

What is the approximate length of the human spinal cord?





Topic: Neuroanatomy - Spinal Cord Dimensions

Correct Answer: C) 18 inches

Detailed Hint:

The spinal cord, an integral part of the central nervous system, has specific dimensions.

In humans, it is approximately 18 inches in length.

Therefore, the correct answer is C, "18 inches."

MCQ 26:

Which cells are responsible for providing support and nutrition to neurons?





Topic: Neurobiology - Neuron Support

Correct Answer: C) Neuroglial cells

Detailed Hint:

Different kinds of cells perform various roles within the nervous system.

Neuroglial cells are a specific class of cells providing developmental, physiological, and metabolic support to neurons.

Therefore, the correct answer is C, "Neuroglial cells."

MCQ 27:

What is the term for any qualitative or quantitative change in the environment that an organism can detect?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Environmental Interactions

Correct Answer: A) Stimulus

Detailed Hint:

Organisms interact with their environment by detecting and responding to various changes.

In this context, any change that an organism can detect is referred to as a stimulus.

Thus, the correct answer is A, "Stimulus."

MCQ 28:

What is the term for a stimulus that can elicit an electrochemical change in a neuron or excite a given tissue?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Neuronal Excitation

Correct Answer: B) Threshold stimulus

Detailed Hint:

Neurons respond to stimuli based on their strength.

A stimulus that is strong enough to elicit an electrochemical change or excite a tissue is known as a threshold stimulus.

Therefore, the correct answer is B, "Threshold stimulus."

MCQ 29:

What term refers to the sense of touch?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Senses

Correct Answer: B) Tactician

Short Hint:

The sense of touch is referred to as tactician.

Therefore, the correct answer is B, "Tactician."

MCQ 30:

Which of the below options lack taste buds?





Topic: Neuroanatomy - Taste Bud Distribution

Correct Answer: A) Filiform Papillae

Short Hint:

Filiform papillae, despite being cone-shaped and ubiquitous across the tongue, do not contain any taste buds.

Therefore, the correct answer is A, "Filiform Papillae."

MCQ 31:

What do Nociceptors primarily detect?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Pain Reception

Correct Answer: C) Pain

Short Hint:

Nociceptors are specialized to detect pain signals.

Thus, the correct answer is C, "Pain."

MCQ 32:

What are Meissner capsules primarily responsible for receiving?






Topic: Neurophysiology - Sensory Reception

Correct Answer: D) Touch

Short Hint:

Meissner capsules are primarily responsible for touch sensation.

Hence, the correct answer is D, "Touch."

MCQ 33:

Which type of receptor is primarily responsible for maintaining the body's balance?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Balance and Spatial Orientation

Correct Answer: C) Mechanoreceptor

Short Hint:

The vestibular mechanoreceptors are responsible for maintaining our body's balance.

Thus, the correct answer is C, "Mechanoreceptor."

MCQ 34:

What term is used to describe a collection of neuron cell bodies?





Topic: Neuroanatomy - Neuronal Structure

Correct Answer: C) Ganglia

Short Hint:

The collection of neuron cell bodies is referred to as ganglia.

Therefore, the correct answer is C, "Ganglia."

MCQ 35:

What does the term "Sodium Pump" refer to?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Ionic Movements

Correct Answer: A) Expelling of Na+ into ECF and intake of K+ from cytoplasm against concentration gradient

Short Hint:

Sodium pumps expel Na+ into the extracellular fluid (ECF) and intake K+ from the cytoplasm against the concentration gradient.

Therefore, the correct response is A, "Expelling of Na+ into ECF and intake of K+ from cytoplasm against concentration gradient."

MCQ 36:

Which of the following is associated primarily with long-term memory?





Topic: Neuroanatomy - Memory Function

Correct Answer: B) Hippocampus

Detailed Hint:

Different brain structures have different roles in memory function.

The hippocampus is associated with both short- and long-term memory storage.

Consequently, the correct answer is B, "Hippocampus."

MCQ 37:

What are the primary elements of neurons?





Topic: Neuroanatomy - Neuronal Structure

Correct Answer: B) Dendrites, axon, and cell body

Detailed Hint:

Neurons are the structural and functional units of the nervous system.

They are principally composed of dendrites, an axon, and a cell body.

As a result, the correct answer is B, "Dendrites, axon, and cell body."

MCQ 38:

What is the ratio of sodium ions pumped out to potassium ions actively transported inward during the operation of a sodium-potassium pump?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Ionic Movements

Correct Answer: C) 3:2

Detailed Hint:

The Sodium-Potassium pump is critical for maintaining the membrane potential in neurons.

For every two potassium ions (K+) that are actively transported into the cell, three sodium ions (Na+) are pumped out.

Therefore, the correct answer is C, a 3:2 ratio.

MCQ 39:

Which type of receptors are responsible for detecting pain?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Sensory Reception

Correct Answer: C) Nociceptors

Detailed Hint:

The human body has various types of receptors, each designed to detect a specific type of stimulus.

Nociceptors are specialized in detecting pain signals.

Consequently, the correct answer is C, "Nociceptors."

MCQ 40:

What is the term used to describe the electrical potential of a neuron cell membrane when it is not transmitting any signal?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Membrane Potential

Correct Answer: A) Resting membrane potential

Detailed Hint:

Neurological communication involves changes in the electrical potential of neuron cell membranes.

When a neuron is not transmitting any signal, its membrane maintains a 'resting potential.'

Accordingly, the correct answer is A, "Resting membrane potential."

MCQ 41:

What term is used to describe the route of the nerve impulse during a reflex action?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Reflex Actions

Correct Answer: C) Reflex Arc

Detailed Hint:

Reflex actions are automatic, involuntary responses to specific stimuli.

The pathway that a nerve impulse takes during a reflex action is unique and is referred to as a 'reflex arc.'

As such, the correct answer is C, "Reflex Arc."

MCQ 42:

How much higher is the concentration of potassium in the fluids inside a nerve cell compared to the outside?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Ionic Concentration

Correct Answer: C) 30 Times

Detailed Hint:

Ionic concentration gradients play a significant role in the function of nerve cells.

The concentration of potassium (K+) in the fluid inside a nerve cell is 30 times greater than on the outside.

Hence, the correct answer is C, "30 Times."

MCQ 43:

Which parts of the body are responsible for receiving stimuli from the external or internal environment?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Sensory Reception

Correct Answer: D) Both A and B

Detailed Hint:

The body is equipped with parts that are specialized for receiving stimuli from both internal and external environments.

These include receptors, which receive the stimuli, and transducers, which convert the stimuli into signals that can be processed.

Therefore, the correct answer is D, "Both A and B."

MCQ 44:

What is the term used to describe the groups of ribosomes in the neuron's cell body that are associated with the rough endoplasmic reticulum?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Neuron Structure

Correct Answer: C) Nissl's Granules

Detailed Hint:

The cell body or soma of a neuron contains several components essential for its function.

Among these components are clusters of ribosomes associated with the rough endoplasmic reticulum, known as Nissl's granules.

Therefore, the correct answer is C, "Nissl's Granules."

MCQ 45:

What is the pathway called that transmits information back from the control center to the effectors?





Topic: Neurophysiology - Nervous System Pathways

Correct Answer: B) Efferent

Detailed Hint:

The nervous system can be subdivided into pathways based on the direction of the flow of information.

Efferent or motor neurons carry impulses away from the central nervous system (CNS) to the effectors.

Consequently, the correct answer is B, "Efferent."