The Nervous System Flashcards

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What is the central nervous system comprised of?

A

The brain and spinal cord.

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What is the peripheral nervous system comprised of?

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The somatic nervous system and the automatic nervous system.

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What is the function of the somatic nervous system?

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Controls skeletal muscles and voluntary actions.

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What is the automatic nervous system comprised of?

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The sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system.

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Which section of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for mobilising the body for action\/

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The sympathetic responds to a perceived threat.

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Give some examples of the effect of the sympathetic nervous system.

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Increased heart rate, prevention of digestion, reduction in the production of saliva, goosebumps, pupil dilation etc.

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What is the role of the parasympathetic nervous system.

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Restores normal functioning.

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