Neurophysiology Superquiz

Create an illustration of a neuron with electrical signals and neurotransmitters, showcasing the concept of neurophysiology in a colorful and engaging style.

Test your knowledge of neurophysiology with our comprehensive quiz designed to challenge students and educators alike. From action potentials to neurotransmitters, this quiz covers key concepts and intricacies of neural functioning.

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104. Which of the following is primarily responsible for the resting membrane potential?

105. The voltage-gated ion channels responsible for depolarisation and repolarisation, respectively, are:

A. Na+ and K+

B. K+ and Na+

C. Na+ and Ca+

D. Ca+ and Na+

106. Hyperpolarisation is caused by:

107. Action potential propagation is improved by: (Tick all that apply)

109. Neurotransmitters are pre-packaged at the axon terminal when a neuron is ready to fire.

A. True for all neurotransmitters

B. True for most neurotransmitters, but there are exceptions

C. False for all neurotransmitters

110. An IPSP can be generated by the neurotransmitter:

A. GABA, leading to Cl- efflux

B. GABA, leading to Cl- influx

C. Glutamate, leading to Cl- efflux

D. Glutamate, leading to Cl- influx

111. How do metabotropic receptors differ to ionotropic receptors? (Tick all that apply)

A. They are faster

B. They utilise G-proteins

C. They amplify the response

D. They have longer lasting effects

112. Facilitation is an example of neural plasticity. It refers to a:

A. Long term increase in magnitude of EPSPs due to increased use

B. Long term decrease in magnitude of EPSPs due to decreased use

C. Short term increase in magnitude of EPSPs

D. Short term decrease in magnitude of EPSPs

114. Which of the following statements about astrocytes is false?

A. They are star-shaped glial cells

B. They assist in taking up neurotransmitter released into the synaptic cleft

C. They play a key role after ACh is released at the neuromuscular junction

D. They outnumber neurons

115. In the Gate Control theory of pain, which of the following fibers activate inhibitory interneurons? (Tick all that apply)

116. White matter in the spinal cord contains:

A. Myelinated axons

B. Unmyelinated axons

C. Sensory neuron bodies

D. Motor neuron bodies

117. The spinothalamic pathway:

A. Is a motor pathway from the brain

B. Is involved in proprioception

C. Involves A-delta and C fibers

D. Crosses the midline at the thalamus

118. The tissue layer surrounding individual neurons in a nerve is:

A. Epithelium

B. Epineurium

C. Perineurium

D. Endoneurium

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