3.10 Nervous System Flash Cards

3.10 Nervous System Flash Cards

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Science

11th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jason Broderick

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main function of the nervous system?

Back

It sends and receives signals to control and coordinate body functions.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the two parts of the nervous system?

Back

The central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the central nervous system include?

Back

It includes the brain and the spinal cord.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the peripheral nervous system include?

Back

It includes all the nerves that connect the body to the central nervous system.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are neurons?

Back

Neurons are nerve cells that carry electrical signals through the body.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of the myelin sheath?

Back

It insulates neurons and keeps signals going in the right direction.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do nerves send signals?

Back

Nerves use electrical impulses to send information through neurons.

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