Nervous System Review

Finger-like part of the neuron that receives input from other neurons

• Axon

• Dendrite

• Neuron

• Pons

Part of the brain that relays signals to the cerebellum and deals with respiration, bladder control, and swallowing.

• Pons

• Stimulus

• Synapse

• Dendrite

A nervous system cell specialized for electrical and chemical transmission of signals.

• Axon

• Dendrite

• Neuron

• Pons

A thing or event that evokes a specific functional reaction in an organ or tissue.

• Stimulus

• Frontal Lobe

• Axon

• Central Nervous System

Portion of a neuron that carries nerve impulses away from the cell body.

• Pons

• Axon

• Dendrite

• Synapse

Located in the back of the cerebrum and is the visual processing area of the brain.

• Frontal Lobe

• Occipital Lobe

• Axon

• Stimulus

Specialized area where a neuron contacts another cell; they allow for chemical communication between neurons and other cells through the use of neurotransmitters.

• Stimulus

• Axon

• Dendrite

• Synapse

The part of the nervous system which, in vertebrates, consists of the brain and spinal cord.

• Central Nervous System

• Peripheral Nervous System

• Stimulus

• Neuron

The nervous system containing the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord.

• Central Nervous System

• Peripheral Nervous System

• Neurons

• Axon

Responsible for higher cognitive functions such as memory, emotions, impulse control, problem solving, social interaction, & motor function.

• Occipital Lobe

• Frontal Lobe

• Dendrite

• Peripheral Nervous System