The Nervous System

Front

What part of the brain is responsible for language, speech, 5 senses, memory, problem solving, and thoughts?

Back

Cerebrum

Front

What part of the neuron is myelinated?

Back

Axon

Front

An end of the neuron has a ___ and the other end has dendrites.

Back

Nucleus

Front

What are the two parts of the nervous system?

Back

The central nervous system and peripheral nervous system.

Front

If I step on a nail, what type of neurons send the response from the brain to my muscles?

Back

Motor neurons.

Front

What is the function of the cerebellum?

Back

Coordination of voluntary movements and balance.

Front

What is the role of sensory neurons?

Back

To transmit sensory information from receptors to the central nervous system.

Front

What is the function of interneurons?

Back

To connect sensory and motor neurons within the central nervous system.

Front

What is myelin and its function?

Back

Myelin is a fatty substance that insulates axons and increases the speed of nerve impulse transmission.

Front

What is the central nervous system composed of?

Back

The brain and spinal cord.