Intro to Nervous System

Front

What part of the nervous system is responsible for slowing down breathing and pulse?

Back

Parasympathetic

Front

What do our nerves do?

Back

Nerves receive messages and send them to the brain, which then sends messages to the body on how to respond.

Front

Which number represents the association neuron in a reflex arc?

Back

4

Front

What type of cell is located between neurons and capillaries to control what enters the cells from the blood?

Back

Astrocytes

Front

What is the function of nerve cells?

Back

They transmit signals or messages to other neurons, organs, or glands.

Front

What is the main function of the central nervous system?

Back

To process information and coordinate the body's response.

Front

What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?

Back

Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS).

Front

What is the role of the sympathetic nervous system?

Back

To prepare the body for 'fight or flight' responses.

Front

What are neurotransmitters?

Back

Chemical messengers that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another.

Front

What is a reflex arc?

Back

A neural pathway that controls a reflex action.