Unit 2- Control And Communication Flashcards
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Function of the cerebrum?
A
Controls conscious thought, memory, reasoning, personality and creativity.
1
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What does the nervous system consist of?
A
Brain, spinal cord and nerves
2
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Function of the cerebellum?
A
Controls coordination and balance
3
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Function of the medulla?
A
Controls heart and breathing rate
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What is the synapse?
A
A microscopic gap between two neurons
5
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What are the chemicals that transmit signals across the synapse?
A
Neurotransmitters
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What is a reflex action?
A
Rapid, involuntary response to a stimulus
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What is the function if a reflex action?
A
To protect the body from harm
8
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What are hormones?
A
Chemical messengers that travel to target tissues
9
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What does the pancreas produce?
A
Insulin and glucagon
