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What is the primary function of the Central Nervous System (CNS)?
What is the primary function of the Central Nervous System (CNS)?
What is the role of the receptor in a reflex action?
What is the role of the receptor in a reflex action?
What type of sensory receptor responds to light?
What type of sensory receptor responds to light?
What is an example of a voluntary movement?
What is an example of a voluntary movement?
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What is the primary function of the endocrine system?
What is the primary function of the endocrine system?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the nervous system?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the nervous system?
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What is the role of the motor neuron in a reflex action?
What is the role of the motor neuron in a reflex action?
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What is the function of the pituitary gland?
What is the function of the pituitary gland?
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Which part of the nervous system is responsible for transmitting messages between the brain and the rest of the body?
Which part of the nervous system is responsible for transmitting messages between the brain and the rest of the body?
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What is the primary function of the autonomic nervous system (ANS)?
What is the primary function of the autonomic nervous system (ANS)?
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What is the role of interneurons in the nervous system?
What is the role of interneurons in the nervous system?
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What occurs during synaptic transmission?
What occurs during synaptic transmission?
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What is the function of the central nervous system (CNS) in terms of regulation?
What is the function of the central nervous system (CNS) in terms of regulation?
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Study Notes
Control and Coordination
Nervous System
- Consists of Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
- CNS: Brain and Spinal Cord; integrates and processes information
- PNS: Nerves that connect CNS to rest of the body; transmits and receives information
- Functions:
- Controls and coordinates body functions
- Interprets and responds to stimuli
- Enables learning and memory
Reflex Actions
- Automatic responses to stimuli
- Do not involve conscious thought
- Examples:
- Withdrawal of hand from hot surface
- Blinking when something approaches the eye
- Components:
- Receptor: detects stimulus
- Sensory neuron: transmits signal to CNS
- Motor neuron: transmits signal from CNS to effector
- Effector: responds to stimulus (e.g. muscle contraction)
Sensory Receptors
- Specialized cells that detect stimuli
- Types:
- Photoreceptors: respond to light (e.g. eyes)
- Thermoreceptors: respond to temperature (e.g. skin)
- Mechanoreceptors: respond to touch, pressure, and vibration (e.g. skin, ears)
- Chemoreceptors: respond to chemicals (e.g. taste buds, nose)
- Function:
- Convert stimuli into electrical signals that can be interpreted by the CNS
Voluntary Movements
- Conscious, intentional movements
- Involve the CNS and PNS
- Examples:
- Walking
- Writing
- Speaking
- Components:
- Cerebrum: integrates information and sends signals to motor neurons
- Motor neurons: transmit signals to muscles
- Muscles: contract to produce movement
Endocrine System
- System of glands that produce and secrete hormones
- Hormones: chemical messengers that regulate various body functions
- Examples of endocrine glands:
- Pituitary gland
- Thyroid gland
- Adrenal glands
- Pancreas
- Functions:
- Regulates growth and development
- Controls metabolic rate
- Regulates electrolyte and water balance
- Helps respond to stress
Control and Coordination
Nervous System
- The Nervous System consists of two main parts: Central Nervous System (CNS) and Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
- CNS is composed of the Brain and Spinal Cord, and is responsible for integrating and processing information
- PNS is composed of nerves that connect CNS to the rest of the body, and transmits and receives information
- The Nervous System has three main functions: controlling and coordinating body functions, interpreting and responding to stimuli, and enabling learning and memory
Reflex Actions
- Reflex actions are automatic responses to stimuli that do not involve conscious thought
- Examples of reflex actions include withdrawing a hand from a hot surface and blinking when something approaches the eye
- The components of a reflex action are: receptor, sensory neuron, motor neuron, and effector
Sensory Receptors
- Sensory receptors are specialized cells that detect stimuli and convert them into electrical signals that can be interpreted by the CNS
- There are four main types of sensory receptors: photoreceptors, thermoreceptors, mechanoreceptors, and chemoreceptors
- Examples of sensory receptors include eyes, skin, ears, taste buds, and nose
Voluntary Movements
- Voluntary movements are conscious, intentional movements that involve the CNS and PNS
- Examples of voluntary movements include walking, writing, and speaking
- The components of a voluntary movement are: cerebrum, motor neurons, and muscles
Endocrine System
- The Endocrine System is a system of glands that produce and secrete hormones
- Hormones are chemical messengers that regulate various body functions
- Examples of endocrine glands include the pituitary gland, thyroid gland, adrenal glands, and pancreas
- The Endocrine System has several functions, including regulating growth and development, controlling metabolic rate, regulating electrolyte and water balance, and helping respond to stress
Nervous System
- The nervous system is a complex system that enables control and coordination in the body.
Central Nervous System (CNS)
- The brain is the control center of the body, responsible for processing and integrating information.
- The spinal cord extends from the base of the brain down to the lower back, transmitting messages between the brain and the rest of the body.
Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
- Sensory nerves transmit information from sensory receptors to the CNS.
- Motor nerves transmit signals from the CNS to muscles and glands.
- The autonomic nervous system (ANS) controls involuntary actions, such as heart rate, digestion, and breathing.
Functions of the Nervous System
- The nervous system regulates body functions, such as movement, sensation, and emotion.
- It integrates information from different parts of the body to produce a response.
- It interprets and processes information from sensory receptors.
- It maintains homeostasis, or a stable internal environment.
Types of Neurons
- Sensory neurons transmit information from sensory receptors to the CNS.
- Motor neurons transmit signals from the CNS to muscles and glands.
- Interneurons integrate and process information within the CNS.
Synapse
- The synaptic cleft is the small gap between the terminal end of one neuron and the dendrite of another.
- Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers released from the terminal end of a neuron, binding to receptors on adjacent neurons.
- Synaptic transmission is the process of transmitting information from one neuron to another across the synapse.
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This quiz covers the basics of the nervous system, its functions, and reflex actions. Learn about the central and peripheral nervous systems, their roles in controlling and coordinating body functions, and the importance of reflex actions.
