Nervous System

Front

What are the bundles of tiny threadlike cells, encased in a thin, fatty tissue? These bundles of specialized cells carry messages to and from the brain

Back

Nerves

Front

What does the brain control?

Back

Everything the body does.

Front

What is the role of the cerebellum?

Back

It controls balance and posture.

Front

What is the main function of the brain stem?

Back

It connects the brain and spinal cord.

Front

What is the cerebrum commonly referred to as?

Back

The thinking brain

Front

Which part of the eye is colored?

Back

Iris

Front

What is the function of the optic nerve?

Back

It carries impulses from the eye to the brain.

Front

What do olfactory cells do?

Back

They carry smell impulses from the nose to the brain.

Front

How does light enter the eye?

Back

Through the pupil

Front

What is the spinal cord?

Back

the main nerve pathway between your brain and the rest of your body