The nervous system

The nervous system is a specialised network of cells, known as __________

The nervous system is the fastest acting system in the body because neurons transmit __________ __________

The __________ nervous system comprises the brain and spinal cord.

Which of the following statements about the central nervous system is correct?

• It controls reflex responses

• It plays a role in psychological processes

• It is further divided into the autonomic and somatic nervous systems

• It comprises of relay neurons

Which of the following statements about the brain are correct?

• It is divided into 4 lobes

• It comprises of motor neurons

• It contains structures that send commands to both the autonomic and somatic nervous systems

• It deals with psychological processes and higher mental functions

The __________ __________ transmits information to and from the brain.

The spinal cord controls __________ responses.

The __________ nervous system comprises the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord.

Which of the following are divisions of the peripheral nervous system?

• Autonomic nervous system

• Sympathetic nervous system

• Parasympathetic nervous system

• Somatic nervous system

• Spinal cord

Which of the following words can be used to describe the autonomic nervous system?

• Unconscious

• Voluntary

• Life-maintaining