Nervous & Digestive Systems

Front

What receives messages and sends them to the brain?

Back

Nerves

Front

What are the two main parts of the Central Nervous System?

Back

Brain and Spinal Cord

Front

What are the two divisions of the nervous system?

Back

Central and Peripheral nervous systems

Front

Is blinking a voluntary or involuntary action?

Back

Both

Front

What is the long folded tube inside the body where nutrients are absorbed?

Back

Small intestine

Front

What is the function of the brain in the nervous system?

Back

To process information and send messages to the body.

Front

What part of the nervous system controls involuntary actions?

Back

Autonomic nervous system.

Front

What is the role of the spinal cord?

Back

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

Front

What is the main function of the digestive system?

Back

To break down food and absorb nutrients.

Front

What is the difference between voluntary and involuntary actions?

Back

Voluntary actions are controlled consciously, while involuntary actions happen automatically.