Nervous System

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Autonomic Nervous System

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A division of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary body functions

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Afferent Nerves

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Type of nerve that carries sensory information to the brain and spinal cord

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Efferent Nerves

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Type of nerve that carries motor responses from the brain and spinal cord to the muscles and glands

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Associative Neurons (Interneurons)

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Carry both sensory and motor impulses

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Brain

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A mass of nerve tissue well protected by membranes (meninges) and the cranium (skull)

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Central Nervous System

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A division of the nervous system made up of the brain and spinal cord

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Cerebellum

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Below cerebrum; Controls coordination, balance, posture, and muscle tone

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Frontal Lobe

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Located at the front of the brain; Associated with voluntary movement, speech, emotions and personality

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Parietal Lobe

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Located at the top and sides of the brain; Associated with sensory and motor input for touch, pain and heat

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Occipital Lobe

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Located at the back of the brain; Associated with vision