Nervous system study guide

What is the main function of the nervous system?

• to inhale oxygen and exhale carbon dioxide

• to break down food consumed by a person for nutrients

• to control the body's activities by relaying messages

• to control the body's movements

What are the three parts of the nervous system?

• brain, spinal cord, nerves

• brain, lungs, spinal cord

• heart, brain, nerves

• brain, nerves, neurons

A nerve cell is called a:

• neutron

• nerve

• neuron

• synapse

Senses recognize ____________ which are recognized by the brain and results in a response.

• Synapses

• Brain messages

• Stimuli (plural of stimulus)

• Cerebrums

The cerebellum is labeled as #...

• 1

• 2

• 3

The brain stem/medulla is labeled as #...

• 1

• 2

• 3

#1 is pointing to the...

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• medulla

Which part of the brain controls involuntary movements such as digestion and your heartbeat?

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• brain stem

Which part of the brain controls senses, thinking, and memory?

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• medulla

Which part of the brain controls balance and coordination?

• cerebrum

• cerebellum

• medulla