Front

What is the sensory division of the peripheral nervous system responsible for?

Back

It is responsible for sensory input to the brain, transmitting information from sensory receptors.

Front

What is the role of the central nervous system in the nervous system?

Back

The central nervous system is responsible for the integration (understanding) of sensory input and motor output.

Front

Which function is NOT performed by the nervous system?

Back

Transport of nutrients and oxygen is NOT a function of the nervous system.

Front

What does the sympathetic division of the nervous system do?

Back

It is responsible for fight or flight responses, speeding up body organs.

Front

What is the function of the somatic nervous system?

Back

The somatic nervous system sends messages from the brain to the skeletal muscles.

Front

Define the autonomic nervous system.

Back

The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary bodily functions, such as heart rate and digestion.

Front

What are the two main divisions of the peripheral nervous system?

Back

The two main divisions are the sensory division and the motor division.

Front

What is the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions?

Back

The sympathetic division prepares the body for stressful situations (fight or flight), while the parasympathetic division promotes relaxation and conserves energy.

Front

What is sensory input?

Back

Sensory input is the information received from sensory receptors about the environment.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-8

Front

What is motor output?

Back

Motor output is the response generated by the nervous system that causes muscles to move.