Nervous System

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What are the three main parts of the nervous system?

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The three main parts of the nervous system are the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

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What is the function of the brain stem/medulla?

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The brain stem/medulla controls vital functions such as breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.

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What role do dendrites play in a neuron?

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Dendrites are part of a neuron that carries electrical signals to the cell body.

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What do senses recognize that leads to a response from the brain?

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Senses recognize stimuli (plural of stimulus), which are then processed by the brain to elicit a response.

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What does the autonomic nervous system control?

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The autonomic nervous system controls all involuntary actions in the body.

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What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?

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The two main divisions of the nervous system are the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS).

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What is the primary function of the central nervous system?

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The primary function of the central nervous system is to process information and coordinate activity throughout the body.

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What are neurons and what is their role in the nervous system?

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Neurons are the basic building blocks of the nervous system that transmit information through electrical and chemical signals.

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What is the difference between sensory neurons and motor neurons?

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Sensory neurons carry signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system, while motor neurons transmit signals from the central nervous system to muscles and glands.

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What is the role of the spinal cord in the nervous system?

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The spinal cord serves as a major pathway for information traveling between the brain and the rest of the body.