central and peripheral nervous system

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What is the central nervous system?

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The central nervous system (CNS) is the control center of the body, consisting of the brain and spinal cord.

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What are reflex actions?

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Reflex actions are quick, involuntary responses to stimuli that help prevent injury and are essential for survival.

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What type of neurons carry messages to the central nervous system?

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Sensory neurons carry messages to the central nervous system.

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What is an involuntary action?

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An involuntary action is a movement that you cannot control, such as reflexes.

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What is a voluntary action?

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A voluntary action is a movement that you can control, such as deciding to move your arm.

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What is the role of motor neurons?

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Motor neurons carry messages from the central nervous system to muscles, enabling movement.

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What is the function of the brain?

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The brain processes information, controls thoughts, emotions, and coordinates actions.

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What is the function of the spinal cord?

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The spinal cord transmits messages between the brain and the rest of the body.

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What is a stimulus?

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A stimulus is any change in the environment that can provoke a response.

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What is a response?

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A response is the reaction of an organism to a stimulus.