The Nervous System

The Nervous System

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Science

6th Grade

Easy

NGSS
MS-LS1-8, MS-LS1-2, MS-LS1-3

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main function of the nervous system?

Back

To control and coordinate the body's activities and respond to internal and external stimuli.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are neurons?

Back

Specialized cells that transmit nerve impulses throughout the body.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-2

NGSS.MS-LS1-3

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a sensory neuron?

Back

A type of neuron that carries information from sensory receptors (like eyes and skin) to the brain.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-8

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a motor neuron?

Back

A type of neuron that carries signals from the brain and spinal cord to muscles to enable movement.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of the spinal cord?

Back

It connects the brain to the rest of the body and facilitates communication between them.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the three main parts of the nervous system?

Back

Brain, spinal cord, and neurons.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a stimulus?

Back

A change in the environment that causes a response in an organism.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

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