Nervous/Skeletal Systems

the organ of the body that controls functions, movements, sensations and thoughts

• spinal cord

• brain

• nerves

• nervous system

carries messages between the brain and other parts of the body

• brain

• muscles

• nerves

this system provides support, structure and protection to our bodies

• Skeletal system

• Nervous system

• Digestive system

• Respiratory system

the large group of nerves that run through the center of the spine and carry messages between the brain and the rest of the body

• nerves

• brain

• nervous system

• spinal cord

this system is the control and communication center of the body

• Skeletal system

• Nervous system

• Digestive system

• Respiratory system

the substance that is formed inside of the bones

• nerves

• marrow

• joints

• water

How many bones are in the adult human body?

• 206

• 300

• 150

• 600

How does the skeletal system benefit the nervous system?

• the ribs protect the spinal cord

• the nerves send messages to the brain

• the brain sends messages to the legs

• the skull protects the brain

Which system reacts to changes in our environment?

• Skeletal system

• Nervous system

• Digestive system

• Respiratory system

What types of messages are transported through the nervous system?

• sensory and nerve

• movement and hearing

• sensory and motor