Nervous System Class Assignment

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What does the peripheral nervous system include?

Back

The peripheral nervous system includes nerves.

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True or False: The cerebrum is responsible for voluntary muscles, senses, learning, memories, and thoughts.

Back

True

Front

True or False: The left side of the cerebrum is responsible for math, problem solving, and speech.

Back

True

Front

What is the name of the cell that makes up the nervous system?

Back

Neuron

Front

What is a synapse?

Back

A synapse is a junction between two neurons.

Front

What is the main function of the cerebellum?

Back

The cerebellum coordinates voluntary movements and balance.

Front

What are the two main parts of the nervous system?

Back

The two main parts of the nervous system are the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS).

Front

What is the role of sensory neurons?

Back

Sensory neurons transmit sensory information from the body to the brain.

Front

What is the function of motor neurons?

Back

Motor neurons carry signals from the brain to muscles to initiate movement.

Front

What is the brainstem responsible for?

Back

The brainstem controls basic life functions such as breathing, heartbeat, and blood pressure.