Anatomy 2

Front

CNS neurons repair themselves more slowly than PNS neurons.

Back

True

Front

What color are myelinated fibers?

Back

White

Front

What is the function of chemoreceptors?

Back

Taste and smell.

Front

What do endocrine glands release?

Back

Hormones.

Front

What condition can prolonged diarrhea cause?

Back

Metabolic acidosis.

Front

What is the primary function of the central nervous system (CNS)?

Back

To process and transmit information throughout the body.

Front

What is the role of myelin in the nervous system?

Back

To insulate nerve fibers and increase the speed of electrical impulses.

Front

What are the two main types of cells in the nervous system?

Back

Neurons and glial cells.

Front

What is the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems?

Back

Sympathetic prepares the body for 'fight or flight', while parasympathetic promotes 'rest and digest'.

Front

What is the function of the hypothalamus?

Back

To regulate homeostasis and control the endocrine system.