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What is the primary function of the cerebellum in the brain?
What is the primary function of the cerebellum in the brain?
Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?
Which part of the neuron receives signals from other neurons?
What is the primary function of the autonomic nervous system?
What is the primary function of the autonomic nervous system?
What is the main function of the spinal cord?
What is the main function of the spinal cord?
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What is the function of oligodendrocytes in the nervous system?
What is the function of oligodendrocytes in the nervous system?
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What is the blood-brain barrier responsible for?
What is the blood-brain barrier responsible for?
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Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating basic functions such as breathing and heart rate?
Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating basic functions such as breathing and heart rate?
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What is the function of astrocytes in the nervous system?
What is the function of astrocytes in the nervous system?
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Study Notes
Central Nervous System (CNS)
- Consists of the brain and spinal cord
- Responsible for integrating and processing information
- Protected by the blood-brain barrier, a specialized barrier that restricts the passage of substances into the CNS
Brain
- Divided into three main parts: cerebrum, cerebellum, and brainstem
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Cerebrum:
- Largest part of the brain
- Divided into two hemispheres (left and right)
- Responsible for:
- Motor control
- Sensory processing
- Higher-level cognitive functions (thought, emotion, memory)
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Cerebellum:
- Located at the base of the brain
- Coordinates muscle movements and maintains posture
- Involved in learning and memory
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Brainstem:
- Connects the cerebrum and cerebellum to the spinal cord
- Regulates basic functions:
- Breathing
- Heart rate
- Blood pressure
- Body temperature
Spinal Cord
- Extends from the base of the brain down to the lower back
- Responsible for:
- Transmitting messages between the brain and the rest of the body
- Controlling reflexes
- Regulating various bodily functions (e.g., bladder control)
Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
- Consists of nerves that connect the CNS to the rest of the body
- Divided into two subsystems:
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Somatic Nervous System:
- Transmits sensory information from the body to the CNS
- Transmits motor signals from the CNS to muscles and glands
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Autonomic Nervous System:
- Regulates involuntary functions (e.g., heart rate, digestion)
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Somatic Nervous System:
Neurons
- Basic functional units of the nervous system
- Consist of:
- Dendrites: receive signals from other neurons
- Cell Body: contains the nucleus and maintains the cell
- Axon: transmits signals to other neurons or to muscles/glands
- Terminal Buttons: release neurotransmitters to transmit signals
Neuroglia
- Support cells that provide structure, nourishment, and protection to neurons
- Types:
- Astrocytes: provide nutrients and oxygen to neurons
- Oligodendrocytes: produce myelin, the fatty insulation around axons
- Microglia: act as immune cells, defending against infection and disease
Central Nervous System (CNS)
- Comprises the brain and spinal cord, responsible for integrating and processing information
- Protected by the blood-brain barrier, a specialized barrier that restricts substance passage into the CNS
Brain Structure
- Divided into three main parts: cerebrum, cerebellum, and brainstem
- Cerebrum is the largest part, divided into two hemispheres (left and right), responsible for motor control, sensory processing, and higher-level cognitive functions
- Cerebellum coordinates muscle movements and maintains posture, involved in learning and memory
- Brainstem connects the cerebrum and cerebellum to the spinal cord, regulating basic functions like breathing, heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature
Spinal Cord Function
- Extends from the base of the brain down to the lower back
- Responsible for transmitting messages between the brain and the rest of the body, controlling reflexes, and regulating various bodily functions
Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
- Consists of nerves connecting the CNS to the rest of the body
- Divided into somatic nervous system (transmits sensory and motor signals) and autonomic nervous system (regulates involuntary functions)
Neuron Structure
- Basic functional units of the nervous system
- Consist of dendrites (receive signals), cell body (contains the nucleus), axon (transmits signals), and terminal buttons (release neurotransmitters)
Neuroglia Function
- Support cells providing structure, nourishment, and protection to neurons
- Types include astrocytes (provide nutrients and oxygen), oligodendrocytes (produce myelin), and microglia (act as immune cells)
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Test your knowledge of the Central Nervous System, including the brain and spinal cord, and their functions in integrating and processing information.
