Brain and Nervous System Flashcard

Front

What is the boss of your body that controls everything you do?

Back

Brain

Front

Which part of the brain is responsible for cardiac, digestive, and respiratory activities?

Back

Brainstem

Front

What are the three main components of the nervous system?

Back

Brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

Front

What is another name for a nerve cell?

Back

Neuron

Front

What does the spinal cord help carry between your body and brain?

Back

Messages

Front

What is the function of the brainstem?

Back

It controls involuntary actions such as breathing and heart rate.

Front

What is the role of neurons in the nervous system?

Back

They transmit messages throughout the body.

Front

What connects the brain to the rest of the body?

Back

Spinal cord.

Front

What part of the brain is responsible for higher functions like thinking and decision making?

Back

Cerebrum.

Front

What is the protective covering around the brain and spinal cord called?

Back

Meninges.