Nervous System Flashcards

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The master control and coordination system of the body

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Nervous system

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Two types of cells in the nervous system

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Neurons and glial cells

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Two main regions of the nervous system

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Central nervous system and peripheral nervous system

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Two main organs of the central nervous system

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Brain and spinal cord

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Two main structures of the peripheral nervous system

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Nerves and ganglia

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Diagram of the human nervous system

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Central nervous system includes the brain and spinal cord; peripheral nervous system includes nerves and ganglia

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One of a variety of cells that provide a framework of tissue that supports the neurons and their activities.

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Glial cells

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The chief cell of the nervous system responsible for conducting action potentials.

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Neuron

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The cell body of a neuron.

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Soma

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Generic name for the extensions of a neuron.

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Dendrites