Nervous System Flashcard

Front

What is the Nervous System’s job/function?

Back

To detect stimulus, interpret and process a response

Front

A neuron is a ______.

Back

building blocks of the nervous system responsible for carrying the impulses to and from the brain

Front

Name of the neuron found only in the brain and spinal cord:

Motor neurons

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Sensory neurons

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Interneuron

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Node of Ranvier

Back

Interneuron

Front

The electrical signals enter the neuron by the:

Axon terminal

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Cell body

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Myelin sheath

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Dendrites

Back

Dendrites

Front

What is the difference between the Somatic and Autonomic Nervous Systems?

Back

The Somatic Nervous System controls voluntary movements, while the Autonomic Nervous System controls involuntary functions.

Front

Parasympathetic nervous system

Back

a network of nerves that relaxes your body after stress or danger.

Front

What division of your Nervous System is working when you grab a glass of water, take a deep breath, and head back to bed?

Back

Parasympathetic Nervous System

Front

Describe how the spinal reflex pathway is different from the normal conscious response pathway.

Back

The spinal reflex pathway is faster and does not involve the brain.

Front

What is the sense organ for the sense of taste?

Back

Tongue

Front

Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for balance and coordination?

Back

Cerebellum