Nervous System

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What is the main function of the nervous system?

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To coordinate and control the body's responses to internal and external stimuli.

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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 is a neuron?

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A neuron is a specialized cell that transmits nerve impulses throughout the body.

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What are the three main parts of a neuron?

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Dendrites, Cell Body, and Axon.

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What is the role of dendrites in a neuron?

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Dendrites receive signals from other neurons and transmit them to the cell body.

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What is the function of the axon?

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The axon transmits nerve impulses away from the cell body to other neurons or muscles.

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What is a reflex arc?

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A reflex arc is a neural pathway that controls a reflex action.

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What is the role of the cerebrum?

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The cerebrum is responsible for higher brain functions, including thought, action, and sensory processing.

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What is the difference between voluntary and involuntary movements?

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Voluntary movements are consciously controlled (e.g., dancing), while involuntary movements occur automatically (e.g., heartbeat).

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What is the peripheral nervous system?

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The peripheral nervous system consists of all the nerves outside the central nervous system, connecting it to the rest of the body.