Nervous Systems

Question 1

Function of the nervous system?

Answer 1

Gather information, process it and act on it

Question 2

Name the two main parts of the nervous systems?

Answer 2

Central nervous system, Peripheral nervous system

Question 3

What is the nerve cell called?

Answer 3

Neuron

Question 4

Name two parts of the brain?

Answer 4

Cerebrum, Cerebellum
Midbrain
Pons
Medulla oblongata

Question 5

How many pairs of the spinal nerves are there?

Answer 5

31

Question 6

Which is the most important area to break the stress cycle?

Answer 6

Solar Plexus

Question 7

Name the two parts of the peripheral nervous system?

Answer 7

1.Sympathetic/parasympathetic 2. Spinal and cranial nerves

Question 8

Name two of the meninges surrounding the brain?

Answer 8

Dura mater, pia mater

Question 9

What is the name of the involuntary protective response for fast reaction, without involving the brain?

Answer 9

Reflex arc: When safety of an organism demands a very quick response, the signals may be passed directly from a sensory neuron, via a relay neurone to a motor neurone for instant, unthinking action.

Question 10

How many pairs of cranial nerves are there?

Answer 10

12

Question 11

Skin function

Answer 11

Protection
Temp regulation
Sensitvity

Question 12

What nerve connects the eyes to the brain

Answer 12

Optic nerve

Question 13

What area of the skin is served by a perineal nerve

Answer 13

Dermatome