Nervous System

Select all that apply. What are the main functions of the nervous system?

• integration

• sensation

• motor (movement)

• digestion

Select all that apply. The central nervous system (CNS) is composed of what?

• brain

• spinal cord

• nerves

• stomach

The peripheral nervous system (PNS) contains what?

• the remaining nerves that carry electrical messages

• nothing

• the brain and spinal cord

The somatic nervous system is under what kind of control?

• voluntary

• involuntary

The autonomic nervous system is under what kind of control?

• voluntary

• involuntary

The autonomic nervous system controls...

• breathing, blood circulation, digestion

• you consciously moving your muscles

• you unconsciously moving your muscles

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The basic structure and function of the nervous system is what? What is the name of the cells associated with the nervous system?

• neurons

• myelin cells

• nucleus

• mitochondria

What are the three (3) parts of the brain? Select all that apply.

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• brain stem

This is the main part of the brain that controls logic, reasoning, intelligence.

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• brain stem

This is the main part of the brain that controls balance and muscle coordination.

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• brain stem