Mr. Fuchs HW #11 Nervous System

Front

What is the space between two neurons called?

Back

Synapse

Front

What is a short branched extension of a neuron that receives impulses from other neurons?

Back

Dendrite

Front

Which part of the brain is responsible for involuntary breathing and heartbeat?

Back

Brain stem

Front

How are messages transferred across a neuron?

Back

Electrically

Front

What is the long cell fiber in the nervous system that transfers messages?

Back

Axon

Front

What is the main function of the nervous system?

Back

To transmit signals between different parts of the body.

Front

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

Back

Neurons and glial cells.

Front

What is the role of neurotransmitters in the nervous system?

Back

To transmit signals across the synapse between neurons.

Front

What is the function of the myelin sheath?

Back

To insulate axons and increase the speed of signal transmission.

Front

What is the difference between sensory neurons and motor neurons?

Back

Sensory neurons carry signals to the brain, while motor neurons carry signals from the brain to muscles.