1.4 The Nervous System

Front

Which is NOT a function of the nervous system?

• gathering information
• responding to a stimulus
• maintaining homeostasis
• collecting waste

Back

collecting waste

Front

True or false: A reflex signal must travel to the brain before a response to the stimulus can occur.

Back

False

Front

What is a reflex?

Back

an automatic movement in response to a stimulus

Front

Which part of the brain stores the memories for dance techniques?

Back

cerebrum

Front

Which part of your brain coordinates your muscle movements?

Back

cerebellum

Front

Which part of the brain controls involuntary actions like heartbeat and breathing?

Back

brain stem

Front

This organ is like the messaging app the brain and body use to communicate with each other.

Back

spinal cord

Front

Two neurons connect at a place called a _______.

Back

synapse

Front

How can physical injuries, like a major car accident, be dangerous to nervous system health?

Back

Damaged nerves cannot send or receive signals.

Front

A spider feels a fly land on its web. This is an example of:

• gathering information
• responding to a stimulus
• maintaining homeostasis
• collecting waste

Back

gathering information