Central and Peripheral Nervous System

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What are the two main divisions of the Peripheral Nervous System?

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The Peripheral Nervous System is divided into the Somatic System and the Autonomic System.

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What components make up the Central Nervous System?

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The Central Nervous System is made up of the brain and spinal cord.

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What types of neurons are part of the Somatic Nervous System?

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Sensory neurons and Motor neurons are part of the Somatic Nervous System.

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How does the body protect the brain and spinal cord?

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The brain and spinal cord are enclosed in bone (skull and spinal column) to protect them.

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What does PNS stand for?

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PNS stands for Peripheral Nervous System.

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What is the primary function of the Somatic Nervous System?

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The Somatic Nervous System is responsible for voluntary movements and transmitting sensory information to the central nervous system.

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What is the role of the Autonomic Nervous System?

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The Autonomic Nervous System regulates involuntary bodily functions, such as heart rate and digestion.

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What are the two branches of the Autonomic Nervous System?

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The two branches of the Autonomic Nervous System are the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous Systems.

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What is the function of sensory neurons?

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Sensory neurons transmit sensory information from the body to the central nervous system.

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What is the function of motor neurons?

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Motor neurons transmit signals from the central nervous system to muscles, causing movement.