Nervous System MCQ Quiz – Part 4
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This Nervous System MCQ Quiz helps aspirants revise important concepts related to the structure and functions of the human nervous system, which are frequently asked in competitive exams. Regular practice of nervous system MCQs improves conceptual understanding and helps candidates answer biology questions quickly and accurately.
GK Series – Biology – Nervous System MCQ Quiz |
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| Subject | Biology |
| Chapter | Nervous System |
| Part | 4 |
| Questions | 8 |
Who Should Attempt This Nervous System MCQ Quiz?
This Nervous System MCQ Quiz is useful for aspirants preparing for SSC, Railways, Banking, Defence, and other government job exams, where basic biology questions are commonly asked in the General Knowledge section.
Topics Covered in This Nervous System MCQ Quiz
This quiz includes MCQs based on important topics such as neurons, brain, spinal cord, central nervous system (CNS), peripheral nervous system (PNS), reflex actions, and the functions of different parts of the nervous system, along with other fundamental concepts related to the human nervous system.
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Question 1 of 8
1. Question
The enteric nervous system is commonly called the
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➤ The enteric nervous system is called the “second brain”.
➤ It controls many digestive processes in the gut.Incorrect
➤ The enteric nervous system is called the “second brain”.
➤ It controls many digestive processes in the gut. -
Question 2 of 8
2. Question
Approximately what percentage of serotonin is produced in the gut?
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➤ About 90–95% of serotonin is produced in the gut.
➤ Serotonin is a chemical that regulates mood and happiness.Incorrect
➤ About 90–95% of serotonin is produced in the gut.
➤ Serotonin is a chemical that regulates mood and happiness. -
Question 3 of 8
3. Question
Meningitis is a disease that causes inflammation of
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➤ Meningitis is inflammation of the meninges.
➤ Meninges are the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.Incorrect
➤ Meningitis is inflammation of the meninges.
➤ Meninges are the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. -
Question 4 of 8
4. Question
Alzheimer’s disease mainly affects
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➤ Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder.
➤ It gradually destroys memory and cognitive functions.Incorrect
➤ Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder.
➤ It gradually destroys memory and cognitive functions. -
Question 5 of 8
5. Question
Amnesia refers to
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➤ Amnesia is a condition involving loss of memory.
➤ It may affect past memories or the ability to form new memories.Incorrect
➤ Amnesia is a condition involving loss of memory.
➤ It may affect past memories or the ability to form new memories. -
Question 6 of 8
6. Question
The total number of bones in the human skull is
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➤ The human skull consists of 22 bones.
➤ It includes 8 cranial bones and 14 facial bones.Incorrect
➤ The human skull consists of 22 bones.
➤ It includes 8 cranial bones and 14 facial bones. -
Question 7 of 8
7. Question
The vestigial part of the human vertebral column is
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➤ Coccyx (tailbone) is considered a vestigial part of the vertebral column.
➤ It is located at the base of the spine.Incorrect
➤ Coccyx (tailbone) is considered a vestigial part of the vertebral column.
➤ It is located at the base of the spine. -
Question 8 of 8
8. Question
Motor nerves are also called
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➤ Motor nerves are called efferent nerves.
➤ They carry signals from CNS to muscles and organs.Incorrect
➤ Motor nerves are called efferent nerves.
➤ They carry signals from CNS to muscles and organs.