Zoology Nervous System Review

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What protects the spinal cord?

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The vertebrae (bones) protect the spinal cord.

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What does the spinal cord link together?

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The spinal cord links the brain and the rest of the body.

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What is the role of the sympathetic nervous system?

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The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the body's response during times of exercise or stress.

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Which of the following is NOT a function of the nervous system?

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Generating heat to maintain body temperature is NOT a function of the nervous system.

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How do bats navigate and see objects in their environment?

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Bats use echolocation, which involves using their ears to hear echoes that help them locate objects.

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What are the three main parts of the nervous system?

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The three main parts of the nervous system are the central nervous system (CNS), peripheral nervous system (PNS), and autonomic nervous system (ANS).

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What is the function of the central nervous system?

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The central nervous system processes information and coordinates responses.

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What is the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems?

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The sympathetic nervous system prepares the body for 'fight or flight' responses, while the parasympathetic nervous system promotes 'rest and digest' functions.

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What is a neuron?

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

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What is the role of neurotransmitters?

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Neurotransmitters are chemicals that transmit signals across a synapse from one neuron to another.