Somatic and Autonomic Nervous System Functions
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Which part of the brain is responsible for controlling posture, balance, and coordination?

  • Cerebrum
  • Brain Stem
  • Cerebellum (correct)
  • Spinal Cord
  • Which system is responsible for controlling automatic functions such as breathing and heart rate?

  • Motor Nervous System
  • Autonomic Nervous System (correct)
  • Somatic Nervous System
  • Central Nervous System
  • Which part of the nervous system controls some simple musculoskeletal reflexes even without the processing of the brain?

  • Cerebrum
  • Cerebellum
  • Spinal Cord (correct)
  • Brain Stem
  • Which part of the nervous system is responsible for transmitting signals to and from the brain and spinal cord?

    <p>Peripheral Nervous System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the brain serves as the body’s storage center of information and control system?

    <p>Cerebrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Brain Stem in the nervous system?

    <p>Connects brain to spinal cord and controls automatic functions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which system is responsible for controlling voluntary muscle movements?

    <p>Somatic Nervous System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the nervous system controls simple musculoskeletal reflexes without involving the brain?

    <p>Spinal Cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Autonomic Nervous System in the body?

    <p>Controlling automatic functions like breathing and heart rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is transmitted to various parts of the body through nerve signals?

    <p>Messages</p> Signup and view all the answers

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