The nervous systems and endocrine system Flashcards

1
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What is the CNS made up of

A

The brain
The spinal cord

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2
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What is the PNS made up of

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Millions of neurons
The autonomic nervous system
The somatic nervous system

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3
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What part of the endocrine system responds to the stressor

A

Hypothalamus

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4
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What nervous system is activated by the hypothalamus

A

Peripheral ( sympathetic)

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5
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What does adrenaline do

A

Heightens physical arousal
Stimulates the cardiovascular system

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6
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What gland secretes adrenaline

A

Adrenal Medulla

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7
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What does fight or flight look like

A

Hypothalamus
Pituitary gland
Adrenal Medulla > Adrenaline
Sympathetic nervous system
parasympathetic nervous system

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8
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What is a hormone

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A biochemical messenger substance

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