Control and Processing Information

Front

What is the formula for speed?

Back

Speed = Distance / Time

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NGSS.MS-PS3-1

Front

What part of an organism gathers, processes, and responds to information?

Back

Nervous system

Front

What are nerve cells called?

Back

Neurons

Front

How many nerve endings does your skin have?

Back

Millions

Front

What does the visual system use to detect light?

Back

Photoreceptors

Front

What is the main function of the nervous system?

Back

To gather, process, and respond to information.

Front

What are the two main types of cells in the nervous system?

Back

Neurons and glial cells.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-3

Front

What is the role of sensory neurons?

Back

To carry signals from sensory receptors to the central nervous system.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8

Front

What is the role of motor neurons?

Back

To carry signals from the central nervous system to muscles and glands.

Front

What is a reflex action?

Back

An automatic response to a stimulus that does not involve conscious thought.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-8