The Nervous System 5th Grade Science

Front

The brain and spinal cord are parts of the _____________.

Back

nervous system

Front

This controls involuntary actions.

Back

brain stem

Front

Another name for a nerve cell is __________.

Back

neuron

Front

These type of neurons transmit signals from your senses to the spinal cord and brain.

Back

sensory neurons

Front

Which human body system is responsible for sending and receiving messages to and from the body?

Back

nervous system

Front

What is the main function of the nervous system?

Back

To send and receive messages throughout the body.

Front

What are the two main parts of the nervous system?

Back

Central nervous system and peripheral nervous system.

Front

What is the role of the cerebellum?

Back

To coordinate voluntary movements and balance.

Front

What do motor neurons do?

Back

Transmit signals from the brain and spinal cord to muscles.

Front

What is a synapse?

Back

The gap between two neurons where signals are transmitted.