Nervous system

Front

What part of the brain possesses the somatosensory cortex?

Back

Parietal Lobe

Front

What is the correct order of the parts of a neuron in a neural impulse?

Back

Dendrite, Cell Body, Axon, Synapse

Front

What type of neurons carry messages away from the central nervous system?

Back

Motor Neurons

Front

Which area of the brain is responsible for higher cognitive functions and decision making?

Back

Frontal Lobe

Front

Which part of the autonomic nervous system is active during resting states?

Back

Parasympathetic Nervous System

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-3

Front

What is the primary function of the occipital lobe?

Back

Visual processing.

Front

What are the three main types of neurons?

Back

Sensory, Motor, and Interneurons.

Front

What is the role of the cerebellum?

Back

Coordination and balance.

Front

What is the function of the autonomic nervous system?

Back

Regulates involuntary bodily functions.

Front

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

Back

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