Structure of the Nervous System

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

• Axon 
• Dendrite
• Myelin Sheath
• Axon Terminal

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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

• Synapse
• Dendrite
• Myelin Sheath
• Axon Terminal Button

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

• Dendrite

• Axon

• Axon Terminal

• Cell Body

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

Which part sends nerve impulse to the next cell?

• Dendrite

• Axon

• Axon Terminal

• Cell Body

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NGSS.MS-LS1-3

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

• Synapse

• Axon

• Axon Terminal

• Dendrite

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

Where would the nerve impulse start in this reflex arc?

• A

• C

• D

• E

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

_____ neurons carry messages away from the central nervous system and out to muscles or glands. The RED neuron in diagram.

• sensory

• motor

• inter

• central

What is this? It coordinates muscle movements.

• Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

• Brain Stem

• Diencephalon

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

• Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

• Brain Stem

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

• Cerebrum

• Cerebellum

• Brain Stem