NEET Biology: Nervous System Practice Questions

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  1. Q1.
    The gap between two adjacent neurons is known as:
    Easy
  2. Q2.
    Which of the following is considered the master gland of the endocrine system and is located at the base of the brain?
    Easy
  3. Q3.
    Which part of the neuron receives impulses from other neurons?
    Easy
  4. Q4.
    The resting membrane potential of a typical neuron is approximately:
    Easy
  5. Q5.
    Which part of the human brain is primarily responsible for maintaining body balance and posture?
    Easy
  6. Q6.
    During the resting state of a neuron, the axonal membrane is relatively more permeable to potassium ions and nearly impermeable to sodium ions. Which of the fol
    Medium
  7. Q7.
    Which part of the human brain is responsible for the regulation of body temperature, urge for eating and drinking, and emotional reactions?
    Medium
  8. Q8.
    The transmission of a nerve impulse across a chemical synapse involves the release of neurotransmitters. What is the correct sequence of events?
    Medium
  9. Q9.
    Which of the following cranial nerves is responsible for the movement of the eyeball and is classified as a motor nerve?
    Medium
  10. Q10.
    The resting membrane potential of a neuron is approximately -70 mV. If the membrane potential changes to -55 mV, what is the most likely outcome?
    Medium
  11. Q11.
    In the context of synaptic transmission, which protein is responsible for sensing calcium influx and triggering the fusion of neurotransmitter vesicles with the
    Hard
  12. Q12.
    During the absolute refractory period of a neuron, which of the following states of the voltage-gated sodium channels prevents the generation of a second action
    Hard
  13. Q13.
    Which neurotransmitter is primarily responsible for the inhibitory postsynaptic potential (IPSP) in the adult mammalian spinal cord?
    Hard
  14. Q14.
    During the repolarization phase of an action potential, the rapid efflux of potassium ions is primarily driven by which of the following mechanisms?
    Hard
  15. Q15.
    Which of the following best describes the role of the cerebellum in motor control?
    Hard

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