Nervous System Flashcards
1
Q
What is the main function of the Nervous system?
A
Transmitting message and information throughout the body from the nerves to the brain
2
Q
What is Central Nervous System? (CNS)
A
- Brain and spinal cord
- Protected by bones
3
Q
What is Peripheral Nervous System? (PNS)
A
- Nerves in the rest of the body
- Relays information to the brain and the body
- Controlling voluntary and involuntary muscles
4
Q
What is the function of neurons?
A
-Send info around the body by providing and conducting electrical impulses
5
Q
What is the function of sensory receptors?
A
-Gets information from the environment and sends signals through the PNS and CNS
6
Q
What is the function of the myelin sheath?
A
- Coating around nerves
- Myelin sheath is destroyed so messages get mixed up
7
Q
What is the function of the nerves?
A
-Bundles of neurons surrounded by connective tissue
