The neural tissue in the CNS is isolated from the general circulation by the ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
blood-brain barrier
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Explain how and why abnormal temperatures, either too high or too low, can be dangerous.
What will be an ideal response?
Functionally, neurons within the CNS that receive, process, store, and retrieve information are referred to as __________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
The heat-promoting center is located in the hypothalamus, which triggers shivering.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Using Figure 12.3, match the following:
1) Site of efferent soma.
2) Site of axons and afferent neurons.
3) Site of sensory soma.
4) Gray commissure.
5) Horn usually containing interneurons.
6) Site containing central canal.
7) Multipolar neurons are common here.