The nervous system and hormones Flashcards
1
Q
What do you call the changes in an environment that your body responds to?
A
Stimuli
2
Q
What 2 main parts is the nervous system composed of?
A
The central nervous system (CNS) made up of the brain and spinal cord and the peripheral nervous system
3
Q
What are receptor cells?
A
Specialised cells adapted to detect stimuli
4
Q
What is the correct term to describe a nerve cell?
A
Neurone
5
Q
What are the stages involved in a reflex action?
A
stimulus, receptor, sensory neurone, relay neurone, motor neurone,
