The Nervous System

Front

What is the main function of the nervous system?

Back

To transmit and process information.

Front

Define reflexes.

Back

An automatic response.

Front

What role does the brain play in the central nervous system?

Back

Processing sensory information and decision making.

Front

How does the spinal cord contribute to the nervous system?

Back

Transmitting messages between brain and body.

Front

True or False: The brain is in control when we have a reflex response to stimuli.

Back

False.

Front

What are neurons?

Back

Cells that transmit information throughout the nervous system.

Front

What is the function of sensory neurons?

Back

To carry signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system.

Front

What is the function of motor neurons?

Back

To carry signals from the central nervous system to muscles and glands.

Front

What is the central nervous system composed of?

Back

The brain and spinal cord.

Front

What is the peripheral nervous system?

Back

The part of the nervous system outside the central nervous system.