Nervous Tissue, Spinal Cord, Brain

Front

What is the site of intercellular communication between a neuron and another cell?

Back

Synapse.

Front

Which division of the peripheral nervous system brings sensory information to the central nervous system?

Back

Afferent.

Front

What type of reflexes are based on synapses formed during development?

Back

Innate reflexes.

Front

What sensations does the vestibulocochlear nerve carry?

Back

Hearing and balance.

Front

Which plexus is formed by the anterior rami of spinal nerves C5 to T1?

Back

Brachial plexus.

Front

What is the primary function of the central nervous system?

Back

To process and integrate sensory information and coordinate responses.

Front

What are the two main types of cells in nervous tissue?

Back

Neurons and glial cells.

Front

What is the role of myelin in the nervous system?

Back

To insulate axons and increase the speed of nerve impulse conduction.

Front

What is a reflex arc?

Back

A neural pathway that controls a reflex action.

Front

What is the function of the spinal cord?

Back

To transmit signals between the brain and the rest of the body and to coordinate reflexes.