Nervous System

Front

What is the main function of the nervous system?

Back

To control the body's activities by relaying messages.

Front

What are the two divisions of the nervous system?

Back

Central and Peripheral nervous systems.

Front

Senses recognize ____________ which are recognized by the brain and results in a response.

Back

Stimuli (plural of stimulus).

Front

A nerve cell is called a:

Back

Neuron.

Front

True or False: the right side of the brain controls the right side of your body, while the left side of the brain controls the left side of your body.

Back

False.

Front

What is the role of the brain in the nervous system?

Back

The brain processes information and coordinates responses.

Front

What is a synapse?

Back

A synapse is the junction between two nerve cells where signals are transmitted.

Front

What is the function of sensory neurons?

Back

Sensory neurons carry signals from sensory receptors to the brain.

Front

What is the function of motor neurons?

Back

Motor neurons transmit signals from the brain to muscles to initiate movement.

Front

What is the spinal cord?

Back

The spinal cord is a bundle of nerves that runs down the back and connects the brain to the body.