Nervous System Review

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What is the main organ of the nervous system?

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Brain

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What is the function of the spinal cord?

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The spinal cord transmits signals between the brain and the rest of the body.

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What are the two main parts of the nervous system?

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Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS).

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What does the Peripheral Nervous System consist of?

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All parts of the nervous system except for the brain and spinal cord.

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What is the role of nerves in the nervous system?

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Nerves transmit signals to and from different parts of the body.

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What is a neuron?

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A neuron is a specialized cell that transmits nerve impulses.

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What is the Central Nervous System made up of?

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The brain and spinal cord.

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What is the function of the brain?

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The brain processes information and coordinates responses.

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What are sensory neurons?

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Sensory neurons carry signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system.

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What are motor neurons?

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Motor neurons transmit signals from the central nervous system to muscles and glands.