Nervous System

Front

What is the central nervous system (CNS) made of?

Back

The central nervous system (CNS) is made of the brain and spinal cord.

Front

What is NOT part of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?

Back

The spinal cord is NOT part of the peripheral nervous system (PNS).

Front

What are the 2 major divisions of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?

Back

The two major divisions of the peripheral nervous system (PNS) are Sensory and Motor.

Front

What is the purpose of the myelin sheath on the axon?

Back

The myelin sheath improves conductivity of the axon.

Front

Which part of the nervous system regulates involuntary actions such as heart function, blood pressure, breathing, and digestion?

Back

The Autonomic Nervous System regulates involuntary actions.

Front

What is the function of sensory neurons?

Back

Sensory neurons transmit sensory information from receptors to the central nervous system.

Front

What is the role of motor neurons?

Back

Motor neurons carry signals from the central nervous system to muscles and glands.

Front

Define the term 'axon'.

Back

An axon is a long, slender projection of a neuron that conducts electrical impulses away from the neuron's cell body.

Front

What is the function of the brainstem?

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between the somatic and autonomic nervous systems?

Back

The somatic nervous system controls voluntary movements, while the autonomic nervous system regulates involuntary functions.