Biopsychology

Question 1

What is the nervous system?

Answer 1

Specialized network of cells that is our primary internal communication system

Question 2

What is the main difference between the nervous system and the endocrine system?

Answer 2

Nervous system is based off of electrical and chemical signals whereas the endocrine system is based off of hormones

Question 3

What are the two main functions of the nervous system? (think 2 c’s)

Answer 3

1. Collect, process and respond to information in the environment
2. Co-ordinate the working of different organs and cells within the body

Question 4

What are the two sub-systems the nervous system is broken into?

Answer 4

1. central nervous system (CNS)
2. peripheral nervous system (PNS)