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  1. Q1. The human neural system is divided into two main parts. Identify them:
  2. Q2. Which component of the neural system serves as the site of information processing and control?
  3. Q3. In the Peripheral Neural System, nerve fibers that transmit impulses from tissues/organs to the CNS are called:
  4. Q4. The Somatic Neural System (SNS) is responsible for relaying impulses from the CNS to which of the following?
  5. Q5. The Autonomic Neural System (ANS) transmits impulses from the CNS to:
  6. Q6. Which division of the Peripheral Neural System is further classified into Sympathetic and Parasympathetic systems?
  7. Q7. The 'Visceral Neural System' is considered a part of the:
  8. Q8. Inside the skull, the brain is covered by cranial meninges. The outermost layer is called:
  9. Q9. Which structure connects the two cerebral hemispheres of the forebrain?
  10. Q10. The layer of cells covering the cerebral hemisphere, which is thrown into prominent folds, is known as the:
  11. Q11. The cerebral cortex is referred to as 'Gray Matter' because of the:
  12. Q12. In the cerebral cortex, 'Association Areas' are responsible for:
  13. Q13. The Thalamus serves as a major coordinating center for:
  14. Q14. Which part of the forebrain contains centers that control body temperature, urge for eating, and drinking?
  15. Q15. The 'Limbic System' is formed by the association of the inner parts of cerebral hemispheres and which other structures?
  16. Q16. The canal passing through the midbrain is called the:
  17. Q17. Which of the following is NOT a component of the hindbrain?
  18. Q18. The part of the brain that has a very convoluted surface to provide additional space for many more neurons is the:
  19. Q19. The 'Brain Stem' is formed by which of the following?
  20. Q20. The Medulla oblongata contains centers that control which of the following vital functions?