Nervous System

Front

The part of the neuron that insulates the axon and increases the speed of the neural message within the neuron.

Back

Myelin Sheath

Front

This part of the neuron stores then releases neurotransmitters into the synapse.

Back

Axon Terminal

Front

This part of the neuron receives chemical messages from the neurotransmitters of other neurons. It is labeled A in the diagram.

Back

Dendrite

Front

Which part sends nerve impulse to the next cell?

Back

Axon Terminal

Front

The long, fiber like part of a neuron which the cell sends information to receiving neurons. Labelled D in diagram.

Back

Axon

Front

What coordinates muscle movements?

Back

Cerebellum

Front

What structure is bright blue and located at bottom of the brain and controls the information sent between brain and rest of the body?

Back

Brain Stem

Front

What structure is grey in this picture. It controls conscious thought and memory?

Back

Cerebrum

Front

Which part of the brain controls your blood pressure and heart rate?

Back

brain stem

Front

What is the gap between two neurons called?

Back

Synapse