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What are the basic functions of the neural system of higher animals?

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The neural system of higher animals is well developed and performs the following basic functions:
(i) Sensory functions: It received sensory input from internal and external environment.
(i) Motor functions: it transmits motor commands from the brain to the skeletal and muscular system.
(iii) Autonomic functions: Reflex actions.
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PREMIERS PUBLISHERS-NEURAL CONTROL AND CO-ORDINATION -Other Important Question & Answers (II. Answer the following:)
  1. What are the basic functions of the neural system of higher animals?

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  2. What are the divisions of human neural system?

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  3. What are the divisions of neurons based on their function?

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  4. Write the functions performed by Neuroglia.

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  5. Explain the structure of a neuron.

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  6. Classify neurons according to their structural difference with simple ...

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  7. What are the two main phases of transmission of impulses?

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  8. What is meant by resting membrane potential?

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  9. List out the phases in action membrane potential.

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  10. Is there anys peed difference among the neurons? Why there is such a d...

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  11. Write a note on saltatory conduction.

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  12. Explain the transmission of nerve impulses.

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  13. What are the three meanings of the brain? Where are they present

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  14. Write an account on the structure and function of forebrain.

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  15. Corpora quadrigemina

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  16. Given an account on the different areas of hindbrain region.

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  17. What are the fluid filled spaces of the brain called? Write few lines ...

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  18. Explain C.S of spinal cord with neat diagram.

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  19. (i) Describe the structure of spinal cord. (ii) What are heart sound...

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  20. In what way the grey and white matter of the brain and the spinal cord...

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