CVHS A&P Peripheral Nervous System Test

CVHS A&P Peripheral Nervous System Test

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12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does the neuron's Myelin Sheath do?

Back

Surrounds and insulates the axon.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the main functions of the nervous system?

Back

Receives information about the body and surroundings, tells the body how to react, and helps maintain homeostasis.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Name the two divisions of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS).

Back

Sympathetic and Parasympathetic.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the fatty substance produced by glial cells that insulates the axons of some neurons?

Back

Myelin.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary function of the Sympathetic division of the ANS?

Back

Prepares the body for 'fight or flight' responses.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary function of the Parasympathetic division of the ANS?

Back

Promotes 'rest and digest' activities.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are Nodes of Ranvier?

Back

Gaps in the myelin sheath that facilitate rapid conduction of nerve impulses.

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