10 Questions
What is the main function of the nervous system?
Monitoring the body's internal and external environments
Which system responds faster to maintain homeostasis?
Nervous system
What is the role of sensory receptors in the nervous system?
Detecting changes in the environment
Which part of the nervous system processes and interprets sensory input?
Central Nervous System (CNS)
Which part of the nervous system coordinates voluntary and involuntary responses?
Central Nervous System (CNS)
What is the function of glial cells in the nervous system?
Providing support and protection for neurons
What does the myelin sheath do in neurons?
Speeds up conduction of nerve impulses
What is autoregulation in the context of homeostasis?
Regulation by internal mechanisms without external influence
Which part of the nervous system monitors changes inside and outside the body?
Central Nervous System (CNS)
How does the nervous system provide a rapid response to maintain homeostasis?
By conducting nerve impulses quickly
Test your knowledge of the anatomy of the central and peripheral nervous system. Identify components such as cell body, dendrites, axon, sensory neurons, motor neurons, and more.
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