Nervous System + Endocrine System

What are the two main parts of the nervous system?

Which of the following correctly describes the function of motor pathways?

Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating bodily functions and maintaining homeostasis?

How does the spinal cord contribute to reflex actions?

What type of cells are primarily responsible for transmitting messages throughout the nervous system?

What role do neurotransmitters play in the nervous system?

Which action is primarily controlled by the peripheral nervous system?

What is the first step when the body responds to a stimulus like touching a sharp object?

What is the primary function of the nervous system concerning movement?

How do hormones travel within the body?

Which of the following is NOT a function of the endocrine system?

Which factor can affect hormone levels in the blood?

What roles do hormones play in the body?

What structure in the body makes up the endocrine system?

Nervous System

Comprised of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves, controlling thoughts, feelings, and bodily functions.
Central Nervous System (CNS) includes the brain and spinal cord; Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) connects the CNS to the body.
Brain components: cerebrum (higher cognitive functions), cerebellum (coordination), thalamus (sensory relay), hypothalamus (homeostasis), brainstem (basic life functions).
Spinal cord transmits motor and sensory signals and contains circuits for reflexes.
Peripheral nerves facilitate communication between the brain and body parts.

Pathways and Functionality

Motor pathways transmit signals from the brain to muscles, enabling movement.
Sensory pathways capture stimuli like light or sound and relay information to the brain.
Neurons are core cells of the nervous system, responsible for transmitting messages; interconnected via synapses.
Synapses use electrical signals and neurotransmitters (chemical messengers) for communication.

Reflexes and Responses

Example: Touching a cactus triggers a sensory neuron to send a message to the brain, leading to a motor neuron signaling muscle contraction to withdraw the hand.
The nervous system is integral for:
- Intelligence, learning, and memory.
- Movement and coordination.
- Basic life processes: heartbeat, breathing, digestion, sweating, and shivering.
- Sensory perception: sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell.

Endocrine System

Composed of glands that produce hormones, acting as chemical messengers in the body.
Hormones travel through the bloodstream, influencing cellular function, growth, mood, metabolism, and reproduction.
Hormone secretion regulates based on existing hormone levels or blood substance concentrations (e.g., calcium).
Factors affecting hormone levels include stress, infections, and fluid/mineral balance in the blood.

Explore the components and functions of the nervous system in this quiz. Learn about the central nervous system (CNS) and its role in managing bodily functions and responses to stimuli. Test your knowledge on how the brain, spinal cord, and nerves work together to control actions and feelings.