CNS Flashcards
1
Q
Define the CNS
A
The central nervous system processes, interprets, stores information & issues orders to the muscles, glands and organs.
2
Q
What neurons does the CNS include?
A
Inter neurons
3
Q
Define the brain
A
Processes sensory stimuli from the body and coordinates and initiates a response.
4
Q
Define the spinal cord
A
The spinal cord connects the brain to the PNS
5
Q
What is the Spinal cord made of?
A
It’s made up of a cable of nerves tissues (that extend to the brain)
6
Q
What are inter neurons?
A
Neurons that transfer information between the sensory (afferent) neurons and motor (efferent) neurons.
