Nervous System Flashcard

Front

What part of the eye regulates the amount of light that enters?

Back

Iris

Front

What are the layers of connective tissue that protect the spinal cord called?

Back

Meninges

Front

Where is the organ of Corti located?

Back

Inner ear

Front

Which part of the nervous system controls involuntary muscle actions?

Back

Autonomic Nervous System

Front

What is the primary function of the cochlea in the inner ear?

Back

Processing sound vibrations for hearing

Front

What is the function of the retina in the eye?

Back

The retina converts light into neural signals for vision.

Front

What is the role of neurons in the nervous system?

Back

Neurons transmit information throughout the body.

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

What is the function of the cornea in the eye?

Back

The cornea helps to focus light onto the retina.

Front

What is the significance of synapses in the nervous system?

Back

Synapses are the junctions where neurons communicate with each other.