Nervous System 1

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What is the sense of smell?

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The sense of smell, or olfaction, is the ability to detect and identify odors through sensory receptors in the nasal cavity.

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What is a nerve cell also known as?

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A nerve cell is also known as a neuron.

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What is epilepsy?

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Epilepsy is a group of brain disorders characterized by repeated seizures over time.

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Which part of the brain controls hearing and memory?

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The temporal lobe controls your sense of hearing and memory.

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Which part of the brain is responsible for sight?

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The occipital lobe is responsible for your sense of sight.

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What is the function of the cerebellum?

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The cerebellum coordinates voluntary movements, balance, and posture.

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What are dendrites?

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Dendrites are the branched extensions of a neuron that receive signals from other neurons.

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What is the role of the axon in a neuron?

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The axon transmits electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body to other neurons or muscles.

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What is the central nervous system (CNS)?

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The central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for processing and transmitting information.

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What is the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?

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The peripheral nervous system includes all the nerves outside the CNS, connecting the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body.