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Question 1 of 5

The study of the normal functioning and disorders of the nervous system.

A. Nerve
B. Oligodendrocytes
C. Neurology
D. Parasympathetic

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Correct Answer: Neurology

Question 2 of 5

Which phase of the action potential involves the efflux of potassium ions?

A. Rising phase
B. Falling phase
C. Overshoot phase
D. Repolarization phase

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Correct Answer: Repolarization phase

Question 3 of 5

The human nervous system is capable of a wide range of functions. What is the basic unit of the nervous system?

A. Glial cell
B. Meninges
C. Neuron
D. Cerebrospinal fluid

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Correct Answer: Neuron

Question 4 of 5

The hypothalamus plays a crucial role in:

A. Temperature regulation, hunger, and thirst
B. Voluntary muscle control
C. Auditory processing
D. Visual perception

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Correct Answer: Temperature regulation, hunger, and thirst

Question 5 of 5

What type of glial cell is responsible for filtering blood to produce CSF at the choroid plexus?

A. ependymal cell
B. astrocyte
C. oligodendrocyte
D. Schwann cell

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Correct Answer: ependymal cell

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