Nervous System

Front

What part of a neuron sends nerve impulses?

Back

Axon

Front

What is the primary purpose of the nervous system?

Back

To send and receive messages to/from the body.

Front

Which organ is considered the control system for the whole body?

Back

Brain

Front

What runs from the brain down the backbone?

Back

Spinal cord

Front

What is another name for a nerve cell?

Back

Neuron

Front

What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?

Back

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

Front

What is the function of dendrites in a neuron?

Back

To receive signals from other neurons.

Front

What is the role of the myelin sheath?

Back

To insulate axons and speed up nerve impulse transmission.

Front

What is a synapse?

Back

The junction between two neurons where communication occurs.

Front

What is the function of the spinal cord?

Back

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