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What are the five functions of the nervous system?
- Receiving Sensory Input 2. Integrating Information 3. Controlling Muscle and Glands 4. Maintaining Homeostasis 5. Establishing and Maintaining Mental Activity
Define external stimuli and provide examples of it.
External stimuli refers to things that an organism perceives in its external environment. Examples include touch and pain, vision, smell, taste, and sound.
What is the role of the nervous system in maintaining homeostasis?
The nervous system plays a role in maintaining homeostasis by regulating and coordinating the body's internal environment to keep it stable and balanced.
How does the nervous system establish and maintain mental activity?
The nervous system establishes and maintains mental activity by processing and integrating information, allowing for cognitive functions and mental processes.
Test your knowledge about the functions of the nervous system, including receiving sensory input, integrating information, controlling muscles and glands, and maintaining homeostasis. Explore how the nervous system responds to external stimuli and establishes mental activity.
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