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Which part of the body is the main integration system?
Which part of the body is the main integration system?
What is responsible for maintaining homeostasis in the body?
What is responsible for maintaining homeostasis in the body?
Which type of receptors pick up information for the CNS from the PNS?
Which type of receptors pick up information for the CNS from the PNS?
What does the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) consist of?
What does the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) consist of?
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What is the functional unit of the nervous system?
What is the functional unit of the nervous system?
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Which division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for 'fight or flight' responses?
Which division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for 'fight or flight' responses?
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Which part of the brain regulates heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure?
Which part of the brain regulates heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure?
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What is the brief change in electrical conditions at a neuron’s membrane called?
What is the brief change in electrical conditions at a neuron’s membrane called?
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Which part of the nervous system is involved in conscious movement and voluntary muscle regulation?
Which part of the nervous system is involved in conscious movement and voluntary muscle regulation?
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What is the primary function of sensory neurons?
What is the primary function of sensory neurons?
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Which part of the brain is responsible for learning, remembering, and activity planning?
Which part of the brain is responsible for learning, remembering, and activity planning?
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Which ion channels respond to trans-membrane voltage changes?
Which ion channels respond to trans-membrane voltage changes?
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What is the function of the parasympathetic nervous system?
What is the function of the parasympathetic nervous system?
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What is the role of neuroglia in nervous tissue?
What is the role of neuroglia in nervous tissue?
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Which part of the brain is responsible for maintaining muscle tone, posture, and balance?
Which part of the brain is responsible for maintaining muscle tone, posture, and balance?
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What is the primary function of motor neurons?
What is the primary function of motor neurons?
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What is the main integration system of the body?
What is the main integration system of the body?
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Which division of the nervous system is responsible for maintaining homeostasis?
Which division of the nervous system is responsible for maintaining homeostasis?
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What is responsible for the formulation of appropriate responses to stimuli?
What is responsible for the formulation of appropriate responses to stimuli?
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Which part of the nervous system is composed of all neural tissue other than the brain and spinal cord?
Which part of the nervous system is composed of all neural tissue other than the brain and spinal cord?
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What is the primary function of the limbic system in the brain?
What is the primary function of the limbic system in the brain?
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Which part of the autonomic nervous system secretes hormones that control the pituitary gland and regulates circadian rhythm?
Which part of the autonomic nervous system secretes hormones that control the pituitary gland and regulates circadian rhythm?
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What is the role of the thalamus in the brain?
What is the role of the thalamus in the brain?
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What are reflexes in the nervous system?
What are reflexes in the nervous system?
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Which part of the brain is responsible for maintaining a constant environment for the central nervous system?
Which part of the brain is responsible for maintaining a constant environment for the central nervous system?
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What is the function of the efferent division of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?
What is the function of the efferent division of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?
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What is the primary function of the sympathetic nervous system?
What is the primary function of the sympathetic nervous system?
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What is the primary function of interneurons in the nervous system?
What is the primary function of interneurons in the nervous system?
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What is the primary function of neuroglia in nervous tissue?
What is the primary function of neuroglia in nervous tissue?
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What is the primary function of the motor neurons in the nervous system?
What is the primary function of the motor neurons in the nervous system?
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What is the primary function of the sensory neurons in the nervous system?
What is the primary function of the sensory neurons in the nervous system?
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What is the primary function of the cerebellum in the brain?
What is the primary function of the cerebellum in the brain?
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Flashcards
Central Nervous System (CNS)
Central Nervous System (CNS)
The main integration system of the body, composed of the brain and spinal cord.
Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)
Autonomic Nervous System (ANS)
The system responsible for maintaining internal balance (homeostasis).
Sensory Receptors
Sensory Receptors
Specialized cells that detect information from the environment and send it to the CNS.
Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
Peripheral Nervous System (PNS)
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Neuron
Neuron
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Motor Neurons
Motor Neurons
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Hypothalamus
Hypothalamus
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Limbic System
Limbic System
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Cerebellum
Cerebellum
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Thalamus
Thalamus
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Action Potential
Action Potential
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Reflex
Reflex
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Sympathetic Division
Sympathetic Division
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Parasympathetic Division
Parasympathetic Division
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Neuroglia
Neuroglia
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Interneurons
Interneurons
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Sensory Neurons
Sensory Neurons
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Efferent Divisions
Efferent Divisions
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Hormonal Regulation
Hormonal Regulation
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Sympathetic Nervous System
Sympathetic Nervous System
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Neuroglia function
Neuroglia function
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Cerebellum function
Cerebellum function
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Hypothalamic hormones
Hypothalamic hormones
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Study Notes
Nervous System Overview
- The central nervous system (CNS) is the main integration system, consisting of the brain and spinal cord.
- The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is responsible for maintaining homeostasis in the body.
Receptors and System Structure
- Sensory receptors pick up information for the CNS from the peripheral nervous system (PNS).
- The PNS consists of all neural tissue outside the brain and spinal cord, including sensory and motor neurons.
Neurons and their Functions
- The functional unit of the nervous system is the neuron, responsible for transmitting signals.
- Motor neurons control voluntary movement and regulate skeletal muscles.
Brain Functions and Regions
- The hypothalamus regulates heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure.
- The limbic system is crucial for learning, memory, and activity planning.
- The cerebellum maintains muscle tone, posture, and balance.
- The thalamus acts as a relay station for sensory information and plays a role in consciousness.
Nervous System Responses and Dynamics
- A brief change in electrical conditions at a neuron's membrane is called an action potential.
- Reflexes are automatic responses to stimuli, processed by the spinal cord to facilitate quick reactions.
Autonomic Nervous System Divisions
- The sympathetic division of the ANS is responsible for 'fight or flight' responses.
- The parasympathetic nervous system promotes 'rest and digest' functions, calming the body down after stress.
Neuroglia and Support
- Neuroglia, or glial cells, support and protect neurons, playing essential roles in maintaining the nervous tissue environment.
- The primary function of interneurons is to relay signals between sensory and motor neurons, facilitating communication within the CNS.
Sensory and Motor Neurons
- Sensory neurons have a primary function of transmitting sensory information to the CNS.
- Efferent divisions of the PNS send signals from the CNS to muscles and glands, executing motor responses.
Hormonal Regulation
- The hypothalamus also secretes hormones that control the pituitary gland and help regulate circadian rhythms, integrating endocrine and nervous system functions.
Summary of Key Functions
- The primary function of the sympathetic nervous system is to prepare the body for stressful situations.
- Neuroglia are crucial for maintaining homeostasis in nervous tissue, supporting neuronal functions.
- The cerebellum's primary function is coordinating voluntary movements and maintaining balance.
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Test your knowledge of the intricate and vital nervous system with this quiz. Explore its functions, from communication to response formulation, and learn about its role in both conscious and unconscious actions.
