Unit 3 (Localisation) - Spinal Cord & Reflex

Question 1

Spinal Cord

Answer 1

Cable-like column of nerve fibers that extend from base of brain to lower back - part of central NS

Question 2

Function of Spinal Cord

Answer 2

To help connect the sensory neurons from body to brain or (vice versa)

Question 3

S.A.M.E Acronym

Answer 3

Sensory = Afferent (to brain), Motor = Efferent (away brain)

Question 4

Spinal Reflex

Answer 4

An automatic, unconscious response initiated by interneurons in the spinal cord and independent of the brain

Question 5

Purpose of Spinal Reflex

Answer 5

To respond to harmful stimuli faster - better protects body