Mid-Term Nervous & Endocrine Systems

Front

Epinephrine is a(n) __________ that triggers the fight-or-flight response.

Back

hormone

Front

Sensory receptors in the ______ detect light.

Back

retina

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

Front

The two parts of your __________ are your brain and spinal cord.

Back

central nervous system

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NGSS.MS-LS1-3

Front

Part of the endocrine system that regulates blood sugar.

Back

pancreas

Front

The peripheral nervous system does NOT include the following:

Back

the spinal cord

Front

What is the main function of the nervous system?

Back

To transmit signals between different parts of the body.

Front

What are the two main types of cells in the nervous system?

Back

Neurons and glial cells.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-3

Front

What is the role of the thyroid gland in the endocrine system?

Back

To regulate metabolism and energy levels.

Front

What is a reflex action?

Back

An automatic response to a stimulus that does not involve conscious thought.

Front

What is the function of sensory neurons?

Back

To carry signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8