Nervous System Flashcards
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1
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What is the nervous system?
A
Specialised network of cells/internal communication system.
2
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What does the central nervous system (CNS) consist of?
A
Brain & Spinal Cord.
3
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What is the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?
A
Send info from outside world back to CNS.
4
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What is the somatic nervous system responsible for (SNS)?
A
Voluntary muscle movement, transmits info from sense organs back to CNS.
5
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What is the Autonomic Nervous System?
A
Transmits info to and from internal bodily organs.
6
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What are the two divisions of the autonomic nervous system?
A
Parasympathetic and Sympathetic nervous system
