Parts of the Nervous System

Which is the main processing center for the entire nervous system.

• central nervous system.

• peripheral nervous system

• autonomic nervous system

• parasympathetic nervous system

After recovering from bacterial meningitis, the patient was observed to have difficulty maintaining balance while walking. Which part of the CNS could probably be damaged by this infection?

• Spinal cord      

• Cerebellum   

• Brain stem    

• Cerebrum

Afferent and efferent neurons are important components of the peripheral nervous system. Which is probably a symptom associated with problems in the peripheral nervous system?

• Persistent headache                                          

       

• Numbness or tingling

• Blurry or double vision                                                     

• Lack of muscle coordination

How does the autonomic nervous system contribute to maintaining homeostasis in the body?

• By regulating involuntary bodily functions

• By controlling voluntary muscle movements

• By facilitating communication between neurons

• By transmitting sensory information to the brain

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What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?

• Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems

• Autonomic and Somatic Nervous Systems

• Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous Systems

• Sensory and Motor Nervous Systems

During a biology class, Olivia asked, "What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?"

• Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems

• Autonomic and Somatic Nervous Systems

• Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Nervous Systems

• Sensory and Motor Nervous Systems

Answer explanation

The two main divisions of the nervous system are the Central Nervous System (CNS), which includes the brain and spinal cord, and the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS), which connects the CNS to the rest of the body.

What is the primary function of neurotransmitters in the nervous system?

• Transmitting electrical impulses along the axon

• Facilitating communication between neurons

• Initiating the "fight or flight" response

• Controlling involuntary bodily functions

What are the main parts of the nervous system?

• A.   arteries, veins, and capillaries

• B.   brain, spinal cord, and nerves

•    C.   hands, feet, and tongue

• D.  nose, toes, and tongue

What are the main divisions of the nervous system?

• sympathetic nervous system        

• dendritic and axonal systems

• C. peripheral and central nervous system

• sympathetic and parasympathetic system