Nervous System

Front

What is the control center of the nervous system that controls both voluntary and involuntary processes?

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Central Nervous System

Front

What are the two main parts of the Nervous System?

Back

The Central Nervous System & The Peripheral Nervous System

Front

What is the Peripheral Nervous System made of?

Back

Nerves outside of the Central Nervous System

Front

What coordinates messages from the brain and spine to all other parts of the body?

Back

Peripheral Nervous System

Front

What organ is responsible for processing information and controlling responses?

Back

Brain

Front

What is the function of the spinal cord?

Back

To transmit messages between the brain and the rest of the body.

Front

What type of nerves carry signals from the body to the brain?

Back

Sensory Nerves

Front

What type of nerves carry signals from the brain to the muscles?

Back

Motor Nerves

Front

What is the role of the autonomic nervous system?

Back

To control involuntary bodily functions such as heart rate and digestion.

Front

What is the role of the somatic nervous system?

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To control voluntary movements and reflexes.