The Area of Skin Supplied by Sensory Nerve Fibers from a Particular

question 150

Multiple Choice

The area of skin supplied by sensory nerve fibers from a particular dorsal root is called a

• A) somite.
• B) microtome.
• C) dermatome.
• D) sensory unit.
• E) motor unit.

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Definitions:

Basal Ganglia

A group of nuclei in the brain associated with a variety of functions including control of voluntary motor movements, procedural learning, and habits.

Frontal Lobe

The front part of the brain associated with reasoning, planning, parts of speech, movement, emotions, and problem-solving.

Cerebellum

A part of the brain located at the back of the skull, vital for coordinating movement and maintaining physical balance.

Working Memory

A cognitive system responsible for temporarily holding and manipulating information for tasks such as reasoning and understanding.