The Term Central Nervous System Refers to the

question 32

Multiple Choice

The term central nervous system refers to the .

• A) spinal cord and spinal nerves
• B) brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves
• C) brain and spinal cord
• D) peripheral and spinal nerves

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Definitions:

Refractory Periods

The period immediately following an action potential during which a neuron is incapable of firing another action potential, ensuring the unidirectional flow of nerve impulses.

Firing Rate

Firing rate refers to the frequency at which a neuron sends electrical impulses, an important factor in the neural encoding of information.

Neuron

A specific type of cell responsible for conducting nerve signals; referred to as a neuron.