B10 The human nervous system Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of the nervous system?
A
it enables organisms to react to their surroundings and coordinates behaviour
2
Q
What are the two parts of the central nervous system?
A
brain and spinal cord
3
Q
Why are reflex actions described as rapid and automatic?
A
they do not involve the conscious part of the brain
4
Q
Why are reflex actions important?
A
for survival and to prevent damage to the body
5
Q
Give the pathway of a nervous response.
A
stimulus → receptor → coordinator → effector → response
