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Which division of the nervous system carries information to the central nervous system?
Which part of the nervous system activates muscles or glands in response to integrated stimuli?
What is the main function of the sensory input in the nervous system?
What is the function of integration in the nervous system?
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Which part of the nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord?
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Study Notes
Nervous System Overview
- Division Carrying Information: The peripheral nervous system (PNS) carries information to the central nervous system (CNS).
- Activation of Muscles and Glands: The somatic nervous system, a component of the PNS, activates skeletal muscles and glands in response to integrated stimuli.
- Function of Sensory Input: Sensory input is responsible for detecting changes in the environment (stimuli) and sending this information to the CNS for processing.
- Function of Integration: Integration involves interpreting sensory information and coordinating appropriate responses, providing a critical role in decision-making processes within the nervous system.
- Components of the Central Nervous System: The central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord, serving as the primary control center for processing information and directing responses.
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Test your knowledge of the functions of the nervous system with this quiz based on Chapter 7 of "Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology." Explore topics like sensory input, information processing, and decision-making in the nervous system.
