Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Essential cell of the nervous system; a neuron
A)gyri
B)neurotransmitter
C)parenchymal cell
D)pia mater
E)sensory nerve
F)subarachnoid space

Question

Match the terms with their correct meanings.

-Essential cell of the nervous system; a neuron
A)gyri
B)neurotransmitter
C)parenchymal cell
D)pia mater
E)sensory nerve
F)subarachnoid space

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Paremchymal cells are cells that perform the essential function of an organ, in this case, neurons are the essential cells of the nervous system.

Answer: B
 Neurotransmitters are chemicals released by neurons that transmit signals across a synapse.

Answer: A
 Gyri are the ridges on the surface of the brain.

Answer: D
 Pia mater is the fragile inner layer of meninges that directly covers the brain and spinal cord.

Answer: E
 Sensory nerves are nerves that transmit sensory information, like touch or pain, from the periphery to the central nervous system.

Answer: F
 The subarachnoid space is the space between the arachnoid layer and the pia mater that is filled with cerebrospinal fluid.

Match the Terms with Their Correct Meanings