BIOL 2404 A&P Basics

Lecture Quiz Four : Nervous, PNS

Dr. Weis

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  1. Define nerve plexus and give a location and specific example. (1 point)
  2. Define spinal nerve. (0.5 points)
  3. Define reflex and give two components. (1.5 points)
  4. Give the two divisions of the ANS and their system (bodywide) functions. (2 points)
  5. Give two examples of a cranial nerve regarding the name, number, and function. (2 points)
  6. Define the following terms (0.5 each, 1.5 points) : somatic, afferent, efferent
  7. Define ganglion and give an example. (1 point)
  8. Name a problem with the PNS. (0.5 points)

Extra Credit : (0.5 points each, 1 point total)

a) What is meant by the term mixed nerve ?

b) Name a connective tissue covering for a nerve.