Animal Nervous system

Front

What part of the brain is responsible for coordinating voluntary muscle movements and maintaining balance?

Back

Cerebellum

Front

What type of nerve is the optic nerve?

Back

Sensory nerve

Front

What physiological response is associated with the 'fight or flight' reaction?

Back

Increase heart rate

Front

What is the term for what your body does in reaction to a stimulus?

Back

Response

Front

What transmits electrical signals from the rods and cones to the brain?

Back

Optic Nerve

Front

What is the main function of the central nervous system?

Back

To process information and coordinate activity throughout the body.

Front

What are neurons?

Back

Cells that transmit nerve impulses throughout the body.

Front

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

Back

To transmit signals between the brain and the rest of the body.

Front

What is a reflex action?

Back

An involuntary and nearly instantaneous movement in response to a stimulus.

Front

What is the difference between sensory and motor nerves?

Back

Sensory nerves carry signals to the brain, while motor nerves carry signals from the brain to muscles.