The Nervous System (Pt. 1) Flashcards
The master controlling and communicating system of the body
Nervous system
Every __ , __ , and __ reflects the activity of the nervous system (3)
- thought
- action
- emotion
The signaling device, or means of communication with the body cells is?
Electrical impulses
Electric impulses are __ , __ , and cause almost __ __ (3)
- rapid
- specific
- immediate responses
The brain and spinal cord are part of the?
Central nervous system
The nervous system includes the? (2)
- brain
- spinal cord
The brain and spinal cord occupy what body cavity?
Dorsal body cavity
The brain and spinal cord act as the __ and __ centers of the nervous system (2)
- integrating
- commanding
The central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) interprets what?
Sensory information
The central nervous system issues instructions based on past __ __ and current __ __ (2)
- Past experiences
- Current conditions
Supporting cells are lumped together as __ or simply glia
Neuroglia
__ __ are lumped together as neuroglia, or simply glia
Supporting cells
Neuroglia, or glia means?
nerve glue
Supporting cells will support, insulate, and protect delicate __
neurons
__ __ will support, insulate, and protect delicate neurons
Supporting cells