Organization of the Nervous System

Which major division of the nervous system is composed specifically of the brain and the spinal cord?

(a)  

The Peripheral Nervous System consists of which of the following?

• The brain and the spinal cord

• All nerves located outside the brain and spinal cord

• Only the nerves responsible for voluntary movement

• The skull and the vertebral column

Which organ is responsible for interpreting and storing information while also sending orders to muscles, glands, and organs?

• The Spinal Cord

• The Brain

• The Peripheral Nerve

• The Sensory Receptor

Compare and contrast the primary roles of the Central Nervous System (CNS) and the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS). How do they rely on each other to function?

If a person's Peripheral Nervous System was unable to transmit messages to the Central Nervous System, what would be the most likely result regarding their ability to interact with their environment?