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WorksheetsCentral Nervous System
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Alzheimer’s disease
A degenerative disease of the central nervous system characterized by mental deterioration.
A disorder of the central nervous system characterized by the affected individual suffering from reoccurring seizures.
A traumatic injury to the spinal cord that occurs between T1 and L1 of the vertebral column and results in paralysis of the legs.
The loss of the ability to move a part of the body.
Arachnoid mater
A protective web of connective tissue between the bone and the soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
The portion of the forebrain that contains the thalamus, hypothalamus, and pituitary gland.
A protective layer of connective tissue that is attached to the surrounding bone of the brain or spinal cord.
The butterfly-shaped central portion of the spinal cord that is responsible for spinal reflexes.
Arbor vitae
The central layer of the cerebellum comprised of white matter.
The second largest structure of the brain that is located inferior and posterior to the brain and controls movement, balance, and posture.
The section of the cerebrum that controls movement of the right side of the body and manages analytical and verbal skills.
A protective layer of connective tissue that is tightly connected to the surface of the soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
Autonomic nervous system
The function of the nervous system that carries impulses to and from the rest of the body; such as, the heart, digestive system, and glands.
A collection of nerve fibers that originate from the brain.
A collection of nerve fibers that originate from the spinal cord.
The function of the nervous system that carries impulses to and from the central nervous system to skeletal muscle tissue.
Cauda equine
Nerve roots that extend down from the medullary cone of the spinal cord.
The outer layer of the cerebellum comprised of gray matter.
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend along each shoulder.
Protective layers of connective tissue between the bone and soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
Central nervous system
The structural component of the nervous system that is comprised of the brain and the spinal cord.
The function of the nervous system that carries impulses to and from the rest of the body; such as, the heart, digestive system, and glands.
The function of the nervous system that carries impulses to and from the central nervous system to skeletal muscle tissue.
Large oval mass below the cerebral hemispheres that acts as the relay center for sensory impulses (except for the sense of smell).
Cerebellar cortex
The outer layer of the cerebellum comprised of gray matter.
The central layer of the cerebrum that is comprised of white matter.
Structure of the forebrain that connects the two hemispheres of cerebrum.
A protective layer of connective tissue that is tightly connected to the surface of the soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
Cerebellum
The second largest structure of the brain that is located inferior and posterior to the brain and controls movement, balance, and posture.
The largest portion of the brain which is divided into two hemispheres and has many vital functions.
The portion of the forebrain that contains the thalamus, hypothalamus, and pituitary gland.
The portion of the brain stem that is connected to the pons and the spinal cord and acts as a sensory relay for cranial nerves and regulates breathing, swallowing, and blood pressure.
Cerebral cortex
The superficial layer of the cerebrum that is comprised of gray matter and creates the convolutions of the brain.
The outer layer of the cerebellum comprised of gray matter.
The portion of the brain stem that is connected to the pons and the spinal cord and acts as a sensory relay for cranial nerves and regulates breathing, swallowing, and blood pressure.
A protective layer of connective tissue that is tightly connected to the surface of the soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
Cerebral medulla
The central layer of the cerebrum that is comprised of white matter.
The superficial layer of the cerebrum that is comprised of gray matter and creates the convolutions of the brain.
The outer layer of the cerebellum comprised of gray matter
The largest portion of the brain which is divided into two hemispheres and has many vital functions.
Cerebrospinal fluid
A clear liquid that circulates in the central nervous system which provides protection, removes metabolic waste, and distributes nutrients.
The rounded protrusion inferior to the brain that helps to relay messages and aids with breathing.
The portion of the hindbrain that houses the medulla oblongata.
Small part of the diencephalon located inferiorly to the thalamus that regulates heartbeat, body temperature, emotions, and other body functions
Cerebrum
The largest portion of the brain which is divided into two hemispheres and has many vital functions.
The second largest structure of the brain that is located inferior and posterior to the brain and controls movement, balance, and posture.
The final, tapering portion of the spinal cord.
The command center of the body that sends and receives electrical impulses to and from the rest of the body.
Convolutions
The innumerable folds and grooves of the brain
The anterior and largest portion of the brain that has many vital functions such as thinking, talking, and heart rate.
The final, tapering portion of the spinal cord.
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend down each leg.
Corpus callosum
Structure of the forebrain that connects the two hemispheres of cerebrum.
The central layer of the cerebrum that is comprised of white matter.
The superficial layer of the cerebrum that is comprised of gray matter and creates the convolutions of the brain.
Nerve roots that extend down from the medullary cone of the spinal cord.
Cranial nerves
A collection of nerve fibers that originate from the brain.
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend down each leg.
A collection of nerve fibers that originate from the spinal cord.
A protective web of connective tissue between the bone and the soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
Diencephalon
The portion of the forebrain that contains the thalamus, hypothalamus, and pituitary gland.
The largest portion of the brain which is divided into two hemispheres and has many vital functions
The superficial layer of the cerebrum that is comprised of gray matter and creates the convolutions of the brain.
The portion of the hindbrain that contains the pons and cerebellum.
Dura mater
A protective layer of connective tissue that is attached to the surrounding bone of the brain or spinal cord.
A protective web of connective tissue between the bone and the soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
The butterfly-shaped central portion of the spinal cord that is responsible for spinal reflexes.
A protective layer of connective tissue that is tightly connected to the surface of the soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
Epilepsy
A disorder of the central nervous system characterized by the affected individual suffering from reoccurring seizures.
A degenerative disease of the central nervous system characterized by mental deterioration.
A common injury of the central nervous system caused by the blood vessels within the meninges of the brain enlarging due to stress, eyestrain, or fatigue.
A traumatic injury to the spinal cord that occurs between T1 and L1 of the vertebral column and results in paralysis of the legs.
Forebrain
The anterior and largest portion of the brain that has many vital functions such as thinking, talking, and heart rate.
The central layer of the cerebrum that is comprised of white matter.
A collection of nerve fibers that originate from the brain.
Protective layers of connective tissue between the bone and soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
Gray matter
The butterfly-shaped central portion of the spinal cord that is responsible for spinal reflexes.
A protective layer of connective tissue that is tightly connected to the surface of the soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
The outer portion of the spinal cord that provides the neural link between the brain and the body.
A protective layer of connective tissue that is attached to the surrounding bone of the brain or spinal cord.
Headache
A common injury of the central nervous system caused by the blood vessels within the meninges of the brain enlarging due to stress, eyestrain, or fatigue.
The loss of the ability to move a part of the body.
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend down each leg.
A degenerative disease of the central nervous system characterized by mental deterioration.
Hindbrain
Posterior and inferior portion of the brain which includes the brain stem.
The anterior and largest portion of the brain that has many vital functions such as thinking, talking, and heart rate.
The final, tapering portion of the spinal cord.
The rounded protrusion inferior to the brain that helps to relay messages and aids with breathing.
Hypothalamus
Small part of the diencephalon located inferiorly to the thalamus that regulates heartbeat, body temperature, emotions, and other body functions
The portion of the brain stem that is connected to the pons and the spinal cord and acts as a sensory relay for cranial nerves and regulates breathing, swallowing, and blood pressure.
The structural component of the nervous system that includes the cranial nerves and the spinal nerves.
The function of the nervous system that carries impulses to and from the central nervous system to skeletal muscle tissue.
Left hemisphere of the cerebrum
The section of the cerebrum that controls movement of the right side of the body and manages analytical and verbal skills.
The section of the cerebrum that controls movement of the left side of the body and regulates spatial and artistic skills.
The central layer of the cerebrum that is comprised of white matter.
The structural component of the nervous system that is comprised of the brain and the spinal cord.
Median nerves
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend along each shoulder.
Specialized cells that transmit information by sending electrical impulses through the nervous system.
d A portion of the central nervous system that is connected to the brain and extends down through the body.
A collection of nerve fibers that originate from the brain
Medulla oblongata
The portion of the brain stem that is connected to the pons and the spinal cord and acts as a sensory relay for cranial nerves and regulates breathing, swallowing, and blood pressure.
The largest portion of the brain which is divided into two hemispheres and has many vital functions.
The second largest structure of the brain that is located inferior and posterior to the brain and controls movement, balance, and posture.
Accessory cells that support neurons in the nervous system
Medullary cone
The final, tapering portion of the spinal cord.
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend along each shoulder
Accessory cells that support neurons in the nervous system.
Bones of the cranium that provide a hard, superficial protective layer around the brain
Meninges
Protective layers of connective tissue between the bone and soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
The structural component of the nervous system that includes the cranial nerves and the spinal nerves.
The structural component of the nervous system that is comprised of the brain and the spinal cord.
A portion of the central nervous system that is connected to the brain and extends down through the body
Mesencephalon
Also known as the midbrain. A small central section of the brain responsible for visual and auditory reflexes, posture, and movement.
The portion of the hindbrain that contains the pons and cerebellum.
The portion of the hindbrain that houses the medulla oblongata.
Protective layers of connective tissue between the bone and soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
Metencephalon
The portion of the hindbrain that contains the pons and cerebellum.
The portion of the hindbrain that houses the medulla oblongata.
Also known as the midbrain. A small central section of the brain responsible for visual and auditory reflexes, posture, and movement.
Protective layers of connective tissue between the bone and soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
Myelencephalon
The portion of the hindbrain that houses the medulla oblongata.
The portion of the hindbrain that contains the pons and cerebellum.
Also known as the midbrain. A small central section of the brain responsible for visual and auditory reflexes, posture, and movement.
Protective layers of connective tissue between the bone and soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
Nervous system
The command center of the body that sends and receives electrical impulses to and from the rest of the body.
The structural component of the nervous system that includes the cranial nerves and the spinal nerves.
The structural component of the nervous system that is comprised of the brain and the spinal cord.
The function of the nervous system that carries impulses to and from the central nervous system to skeletal muscle tissue.
Spina bifida
A central nervous system developmental problem caused when the vertebral column of a fetus does not close all the way.
A traumatic injury to the spinal cord that occurs between T1 and L1 of the vertebral column and results in paralysis of the legs.
A common injury of the central nervous system caused by the blood vessels within the meninges of the brain enlarging due to stress, eyestrain, or fatigue.
A protective layer of connective tissue that is tightly connected to the surface of the soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
Neuroglia
Accessory cells that support neurons in the nervous system.
Specialized cells that transmit information by sending electrical impulses through the nervous system.
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend down each arm.
Large oval mass below the cerebral hemispheres that acts as the relay center for sensory impulses (except for the sense of smell).
Neurons
Specialized cells that transmit information by sending electrical impulses through the nervous system.
Protective layers of connective tissue between the bone and soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
Structure of the forebrain that connects the two hemispheres of cerebrum
A collection of nerve fibers that originate from the brain.
Paralysis
The loss of the ability to move a part of the body.
A central nervous system developmental problem caused when the vertebral column of a fetus does not close all the way.
A common injury of the central nervous system caused by the blood vessels within the meninges of the brain enlarging due to stress, eyestrain, or fatigue
Bones that surround, support, and protect the spinal cord
Paraplegia
A traumatic injury to the spinal cord that occurs between T1 and L1 of the vertebral column and results in paralysis of the legs.
The loss of the ability to move a part of the body.
The section of the forebrain that contains the cerebrum
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend down each leg.
Peripheral nervous system
The structural component of the nervous system that includes the cranial nerves and the spinal nerves.
The function of the nervous system that carries impulses to and from the central nervous system to skeletal muscle tissue.
The structural component of the nervous system that is comprised of the brain and the spinal cord.
A collection of nerve fibers that originate from the brain.
Pia mater
A protective layer of connective tissue that is tightly connected to the surface of the soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
The butterfly-shaped central portion of the spinal cord that is responsible for spinal reflexes.
A protective layer of connective tissue that is attached to the surrounding bone of the brain or spinal cord.
A protective web of connective tissue between the bone and the soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
Pituitary gland
Structure of the diencephalon that is attached inferiorly to the hypothalamus and produces several hormones.
The portion of the forebrain that contains the thalamus, hypothalamus, and pituitary gland.
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend along each shoulder.
The rounded protrusion inferior to the brain that helps to relay messages and aids with breathing.
Pons
The rounded protrusion inferior to the brain that helps to relay messages and aids with breathing.
Large oval mass below the cerebral hemispheres that acts as the relay center for sensory impulses (except for the sense of smell).
Nerve roots that extend down from the medullary cone of the spinal cord.
The central layer of the cerebrum that is comprised of white matter.
Quadriplegia
A traumatic injury of the spinal cord that occurs between C1-C7 of the vertebral column and results in paralysis of both arms and legs.
A traumatic injury to the spinal cord that occurs between T1 and L1 of the vertebral column and results in paralysis of the legs.
The section of the forebrain that contains the cerebrum.
Small part of the diencephalon located inferiorly to the thalamus that regulates heartbeat, body temperature, emotions, and other body functions.
Radial nerves
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend down each arm.
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend down each leg.
A collection of nerve fibers that originate from the spinal cord.
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend along each shoulder
Right hemisphere of the cerebrum
The section of the cerebrum that controls movement of the left side of the body and regulates spatial and artistic skills.
The section of the cerebrum that controls movement of the right side of the body and manages analytical and verbal skills.
The largest portion of the brain which is divided into two hemispheres and has many vital functions.
The structural component of the nervous system that is comprised of the brain and the spinal cord
Sciatic nerves
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend down each leg.
A collection of nerve fibers that originate from the spinal cord.
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend down each arm.
The structural component of the nervous system that is comprised of the brain and the spinal cord.
Skull
Bones of the cranium that provide a hard, superficial protective layer around the brain
A portion of the central nervous system that is connected to the brain and extends down through the body.
The rounded protrusion inferior to the brain that helps to relay messages and aids with breathing.
Bones that surround, support, and protect the spinal cord.
Somatic nervous system
The function of the nervous system that carries impulses to and from the central nervous system to skeletal muscle tissue.
The structural component of the nervous system that includes the cranial nerves and the spinal nerves.
The structural component of the nervous system that is comprised of the brain and the spinal cord.
The function of the nervous system that carries impulses to and from the rest of the body; such as, the heart, digestive system, and glands.
Spinal cord
A portion of the central nervous system that is connected to the brain and extends down through the body
A collection of nerve fibers that originate from the spinal cord.
The command center of the body that sends and receives electrical impulses to and from the rest of the body.
The final, tapering portion of the spinal cord.
Spinal nerves
A collection of nerve fibers that originate from the spinal cord.
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend down each leg.
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend down each arm.
A pair of spinal nerves that originate from the spinal cord and extend along each shoulder.
Telencephalon
The section of the forebrain that contains the cerebrum.
Large oval mass below the cerebral hemispheres that acts as the relay center for sensory impulses (except for the sense of smell).
The section of the cerebrum that controls movement of the left side of the body and regulates spatial and artistic skills.
The section of the cerebrum that controls movement of the right side of the body and manages analytical and verbal skills.
Thalamus
Large oval mass below the cerebral hemispheres that acts as the relay center for sensory impulses (except for the sense of smell).
The rounded protrusion inferior to the brain that helps to relay messages and aids with breathing.
Bones of the cranium that provide a hard, superficial protective layer around the brain.
The portion of the forebrain that contains the thalamus, hypothalamus, and pituitary gland.
Vertebrae
Bones that surround, support, and protect the spinal cord.
Bones of the cranium that provide a hard, superficial protective layer around the brain.
A portion of the central nervous system that is connected to the brain and extends down through the body.
The rounded protrusion inferior to the brain that helps to relay messages and aids with breathing.
White matter
The outer portion of the spinal cord that provides the neural link between the brain and the body.
A protective layer of connective tissue that is tightly connected to the surface of the soft tissue of the brain or spinal cord.
The butterfly-shaped central portion of the spinal cord that is responsible for spinal reflexes.
A protective layer of connective tissue that is attached to the surrounding bone of the brain or spinal cord.
