PSYC Revel Quiz 2.1-2.3 (Neurons and Nerves: Building the Network)

The venom of a black widow spider acts as a(n) __________ by mimicking the effects of acetylcholine. glial cell agonist antagonist protagonist

antagonist

Which part of the neuron carries messages to other cells? axon dendrite myelin soma

axon

Which of the following is associated with pain relief? acetylcholine serotonin endorphins glutamate

endorphins

Which one of the following is NOT a function of glial cells? generating myelin cleaning up the remains of dead neurons generating action potentials getting nutrients to the neurons

generating action potentials

When a neuron's resting potential is occurring, the neuron is __________ charged on the inside. both positively and negatively negatively neutrally positively

negatively

Neurotransmitters must pass from an axon terminal to the next dendrite by crossing a fluid-filled space called the neuron. synapse. reuptake inhibitor. glial cell.

synapse