Nervous System

Front

What are the three parts of the nervous system?

Back

brain, spinal cord, nerves

Front

Dendrites are part of a neuron that carries electrical signals _______ the cell body.

Back

to

Front

Which part of the brain is most likely affected if a person cannot stand up without assistance?

Back

Cerebellum

Front

What is the central nervous system (CNS) made of?

Back

brain and spinal cord

Front

Sensory neurons carry nerve impulses from the sense organs to the _______.

Back

central nervous system (CNS)

Front

What is the function of the brain?

Back

The brain processes information and coordinates responses.

Front

What is the role of the spinal cord?

Back

The spinal cord transmits signals between the brain and the rest of the body.

Front

What are motor neurons responsible for?

Back

Motor neurons carry signals from the CNS to muscles and glands.

Front

What is the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?

Back

The PNS consists of all the nerves outside the CNS.

Front

What is a neuron?

Back

A neuron is a specialized cell that transmits nerve impulses.