Nervous System

Front

The fiber-like part of a neuron that sends information to other neurons

Back

axon

Front

A network of branches that carry information and signals into the cell body of the neuron.

Back

dendrite

Front

A nerve cell that processes and transmits information

Back

neuron

Front

This insulating material forms a layer around the axon of a neuron, enabling electrical signals to travel faster.

Back

myelin sheath

Front

What are the main parts of the CNS?

Back

Brain & Spinal Cord

Front

What are the main parts of the Peripheral Nervous System?

Back

Spinal Nerves & Receptors

Front

Divisions of the Peripheral Nervous System?

Back

Sensory & Motor

Front

Afferent nerves are called

Back

sensory

Front

Motor nerves are called

Back

efferent

Front

The "fight or flight" response is controlled by the:

Back

sympathetic nervous system