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Assertion : The axonal membrane of the neuron
is more permeable to sodium ion (Na+)\left( {N{a^ + }} \right) and nearly
impermeable to potassium (K+)\left( {{K^ + }} \right).
Reason : In a resting state, neuron conducts
impulses.
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Correct option: D
If both Assertion and Reason are false
Option D (If both Assertion and Reason are false) is correct because the axonal membrane is more permeable to potassium ions at rest and does not conduct impulses in a resting state.
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Which of the following is not a mental disorder?
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Correct option: D
Plague
Option D (Plague) is correct because plague is an infectious disease caused by bacteria, not a mental disorder.
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Synaptic vesicle is found in
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Correct option: A
Pre-synaptic neuron
Option A (Pre-synaptic neuron) is correct because synaptic vesicles, containing neurotransmitters, are located in the pre-synaptic neuron's axon terminal.
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Multipolar neurons are found in the
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Correct option: B
Cerebral cortex
Option B (Cerebral cortex) is correct because multipolar neurons, characterized by having one axon and multiple dendrites, are abundant in the cerebral cortex, which is responsible for higher-level cognitive functions.
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The centres which control respiration, cardiovascular reflexes and gastric secretions lies in
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Correct option: D
Medulla
Option D (Medulla) is correct because the medulla oblongata contains centers that control vital functions like respiration, cardiovascular reflexes, and gastric secretions.
36 Medium
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Assertion: Choroid layer is thick over the posterior two-third of the eye ball, but it becomes thin in the
anterior part.

Reason: Choroid layer contains blood vessels
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Correct option: D
Assertion is false but reason is true
Option D is correct because the assertion is false; the choroid is thinner in the anterior part and thicker in the posterior part, and the reason is true; it contains blood vessels.
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Read the following statements A and B and choose the correct option
A) Changes in the environment are detected by sensory organs.
B) Sensory organs send appropriate signals to CNS where all inputs are processed and analysed
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Correct option: D
Both statements A and B are correct
Option D (Both statements A and B are correct) is correct because sensory organs detect environmental changes and send signals to the CNS for processing and analysis.
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The correct sequence of meninges of brain from outside to inside is
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Correct option: A
duramater→arachnoid→piamater
Option A (duramater→arachnoid→piamater) is correct because the meninges, which protect the brain and spinal cord, are arranged in this order from the outermost to the innermost layer.
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Function of ear ossicles in human is
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Correct option: B
Collects the vibrations in the air which produce sound
Option C (To increase the efficiency of transmission of sound waves to the inner ear) is correct because the ear ossicles amplify sound vibrations as they transmit them from the tympanic membrane to the oval window.
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Sensory ganglion concerned with spinal reflex is found in
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Correct option: C
dorsal root of spinal nerve
Option C (dorsal root of spinal nerve) is correct because the sensory ganglion associated with spinal reflexes is located in the dorsal root of the spinal nerve, containing the cell bodies of sensory neurons.
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Which converts short time memory into long time remembrance?
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Correct option: C
Thalamus
Option B is correct. The hippocampus plays a crucial role in converting short-term memories into long-term memories.
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Which pair of systems jointly coordinate and integrate all the activities of the organs, so that they function in a synchronized fashion?
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Correct option: C
Neural and endocrine system
Option C (Neural and endocrine system) is correct because these two systems work together to maintain homeostasis and coordinate bodily functions.
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Which system jointly co-ordinates and regulates the physiological functions in the body?
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Correct option: D
1 and 2
Option D (1 and 2) is correct because both the nervous system and the endocrine system coordinate and regulate physiological functions.
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Structurally what are olfactory nerve cells?
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Correct option: D
Bipolar neurons
Option D (Bipolar neurons) is correct because olfactory nerve cells are structurally classified as bipolar neurons.
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Select the correct statements
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Correct option: A
Neurons regulates endocrine activity but not vice-versa
The correct answer is A because neurons can regulate endocrine activity, but the reverse is not always true; endocrine activity can influence, but not strictly regulate, neural activity.
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X is called master of master endocrine gland. It lies at the base of the thalamus.
Identify X and select the correct option w.r.t it.
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Correct option: C
Plays an important role in thermoregulation
Option C (Plays an important role in thermoregulation) is correct because the hypothalamus, also known as the master endocrine gland, is located at the base of the thalamus and plays a crucial role in thermoregulation.
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Read the following statements.
I.Preganglionic nerve fibres of III, VII, IX and X cranial nerves are a part of the parasympathetic nervous system
II.V,VII, IX and X cranial nerves are mixed nerves.
III.Trochlear nerves are the largest cranial nerves.
IV.Abducens nerves are motor nerves and originate from the Gasserian ganglia.
Which of the above statements are correct?
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Correct option: B
I and II
Option B (I and II) is correct because preganglionic nerve fibers of III, VII, IX, and X cranial nerves are part of the parasympathetic nervous system, and V, VII, IX, and X cranial nerves are mixed nerves.
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When we do physical exercises, the energy demand is increased for
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Correct option: D
Maintaining an increased muscular activity
Option D (Maintaining an increased muscular activity) is correct because during physical exercise, the primary energy demand is to support the increased activity of muscles.
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Which one of the following pairs of structures distinguishes a nerve cell from other types of cell?
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Correct option: A
Perikaryon and dendrites
Option A (Perikaryon and dendrites) is correct because these structures are unique to nerve cells and distinguish them from other cell types.
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If A = Receptor, B = Sensory neuron, C = CNS, D = Motor neuron and E = Effector, then which of the following sequences represents the correct reflex pathway?
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Correct option: A
A – B – C – D – E
The correct answer is A (A – B – C – D – E) because it represents the correct sequence of a reflex pathway: Receptor → Sensory neuron → CNS → Motor neuron → Effector.
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Pinna
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Correct option: D
All of the above
Option A (Collects the vibrations in the air which produce sound) is correct because the pinna's primary function is to gather sound waves and channel them into the ear canal.
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Arrange the following events in a correct order that lead to the formation of an auditory impulse in human ears from the codes given below
I. Vibration is transferred from the malleus to the incus and then to stapes
II. Basiliar membrane moves up and down
III. Nerve impulse is transmitted by cochlear nerve to auditory cortex of brain for impulse analysis and recognition
IV. Sound waves pass through ear canal
V. Stereocilia of hair cells of organ of Corti rub against tectorial membrane
VI. Sound waves causes ear drum to vibrate
VII. Nerve impulse is generated
VIII. Vibrations move from fluid of vestibular canal to the fluid tymapanic canal
IX. Membrane at oval window vibrates
Codes
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Correct option: B
I, II, III, IV, V, VI, VII, VIII, IX
Option A (IV, VI, I, IX, VIII, II, V, VII, III) is correct as it represents the correct sequence of events in auditory impulse formation.
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Mouth becomes watery when we look on the delicious food is due to
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Correct option: A
Olfactory response
Option A (Olfactory response) is correct because the sight of delicious food triggers the olfactory system, leading to salivation.
54 Medium
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Yellow spot of eye is known for
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Correct option: C
Preponderance of cones
Option C (Preponderance of cones) is correct because the yellow spot (macula lutea) and especially the fovea centralis within it, have a high concentration of cones, responsible for sharp central vision and color vision.
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Reflex action is controlled by
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Correct option: B
Autonomous nervous system
Option B (Autonomous nervous system) is correct because the autonomous nervous system controls involuntary actions, including reflex actions.
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The cranial nerves which originate from the medulla oblongata are
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Correct option: D
VIII, IX, X, XI and XII
Option D (VIII, IX, X, XI and XII) is correct because these cranial nerves originate from the medulla oblongata.
57 Easy
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Which of the following parts of a neuron is covered by fatty sheath?
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Correct option: A
Axon
Option A (Axon) is correct because the axon is the part of the neuron that is typically covered by a fatty myelin sheath.
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Which of the following is known as the site of information processing and control?
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Correct option: A
CNS
Option A (CNS) is correct because the Central Nervous System (CNS), consisting of the brain and spinal cord, is the primary site for information processing and control.
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How much volume of neural tissue in our body is contributed by neuroglia?
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Correct option: B
>50%> 50\%
Option B (>50%> 50\%) is correct because neuroglia cells contribute to more than 50% of the volume of neural tissue in our body.
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Study of structure, functions and disease of the nervous system is called
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Correct option: C
Neurology
Option C (Neurology) is correct because neurology is the branch of medicine that deals with the study and treatment of nervous system disorders.
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