17 Questions
Which part of the nervous system conducts signals to and from the brain?
Peripheral Nervous System
Which system controls reflex activities in the body?
Autonomic Nervous System
Which part of the nervous system conducts sensory signals to the Central Nervous System?
Sensory organs
Which system controls involuntary movements in the body?
Central Nervous System
Which part of the nervous system generates thoughts and emotions?
Brain
What is the function of the central nervous system (CNS)?
Process sensory information and initiate responses
Which part of the nervous system is responsible for the integration of data?
Central Nervous System (CNS)
How does the peripheral nervous system (PNS) contribute to the nervous system?
Carries information from sensory organs to the CNS
Which part of the nervous system is known as the body's electrical system?
Motor Output
What distinguishes hormones from neurotransmitters?
Hormones are released by glands into the bloodstream, while neurotransmitters are released by neurons at synapses.
Which part of the body is responsible for storing memories and generating thoughts and emotions?
Brain
What is the main function of the endocrine system?
Regulate the internal environment to maintain homeostasis
Which of the following best describes hormones?
Organic substances that help maintain homeostasis
How does insulin contribute to the body's functioning?
By converting glucose into glycogen for storage
What is the role of feedback mechanisms in the endocrine system?
To maintain positive and negative loops to regulate physiological activities
Which system acts more rapidly in response to stimuli, the nervous system or the endocrine system?
Nervous system
What is the primary difference between chemical signals used by the nervous system and hormones used by the endocrine system?
'Chemical signals are only used for short-term effects, while hormones have long-term effects
Explore the differences between the nervous system and endocrine system in terms of modes and rates of communication, including chemical and electrical signals. Learn about how these systems use chemical neurotransmitters and hormones to produce short-term and long-term effects on the body.
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