#22 Controlling Processes

Front

What are the main components of the nervous system?

Back

The main components of the nervous system include the brain, spinal cord, and sensory organs such as the eyes, nose, and skin.

Front

What is a reflex arc?

Back

A reflex arc is a neural pathway that controls a reflex action, typically involving a sensory neuron, an interneuron, and a motor neuron.

Front

What type of stimulus can trigger a reflex arc?

Back

Pain is a type of stimulus that can trigger a reflex arc.

Front

What part of the brain controls voluntary movements and skeletal muscles?

Back

The cerebrum controls voluntary movements and skeletal muscles.

Front

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

Back

The spinal cord acts as a highway for sending messages between the brain and the rest of the body.

Front

Which part of the brain is responsible for higher cognitive functions such as reading and writing?

Back

The cerebrum is responsible for higher cognitive functions such as reading and writing.

Front

What role do sensory organs play in the nervous system?

Back

Sensory organs detect stimuli from the environment and send this information to the brain for processing.

Front

How does the nervous system respond to stimuli?

Back

The nervous system responds to stimuli by processing the information and triggering appropriate responses, such as reflex actions or voluntary movements.

Front

What is the difference between voluntary and involuntary actions?

Back

Voluntary actions are controlled consciously by the brain, while involuntary actions occur automatically without conscious control.

Front

What is the significance of the cerebrum in controlling body functions?

Back

The cerebrum is significant for controlling body functions related to thought, movement, and sensory processing.