Concept 4.1 Lecture Video and Flashcard

Front

Which division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for the 'fight or flight' response?

Back

Sympathetic

Front

What is the primary role of the nervous system?

Back

To oversee all communication among body systems

Front

Which cells make up 90% of the nervous tissue?

Back

Glial cells

Front

What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?

Back

Central and Peripheral

Front

Which component of a reflex arc decodes the signal?

Back

Integration center

Front

What is the function of the central nervous system?

Back

To process information and coordinate activity throughout the body.

Front

What is the role of neurons in the nervous system?

Back

To transmit signals 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 regulates involuntary functions.

Front

What are the two branches of the autonomic nervous system?

Back

Sympathetic and Parasympathetic.

Front

What is a reflex arc?

Back

A neural pathway that controls a reflex action.