Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems
Psychology ⇒ Biological Bases of Behavior
Central and Peripheral Nervous Systems starts at 10 and continues till grade 12.
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A person touches a hot stove and quickly pulls their hand away before feeling pain. Explain how the central and peripheral nervous systems are involved in this response.
Describe how the peripheral nervous system interacts with the central nervous system to control movement.
Describe the main function of the central nervous system.
Describe the pathway of a reflex arc, including the role of the central and peripheral nervous systems.
Explain how the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems work together to maintain homeostasis.
Explain the difference between afferent and efferent nerves.
Explain the importance of myelin in the nervous system.
A person touches a hot stove and quickly pulls their hand away before feeling pain. Explain how the central and peripheral nervous systems are involved in this response.
Which division of the peripheral nervous system controls voluntary muscle movements? (1) Autonomic nervous system (2) Somatic nervous system (3) Sympathetic nervous system (4) Parasympathetic nervous system
Which of the following best describes the function of motor neurons? (1) Carry signals from the CNS to muscles and glands (2) Carry signals from sensory organs to the CNS (3) Connect neurons within the CNS (4) Produce neurotransmitters
Which of the following best describes the function of sensory neurons? (1) Carry signals from the CNS to muscles (2) Carry signals from sensory organs to the CNS (3) Connect neurons within the CNS (4) Produce hormones
Which of the following best describes the function of the ganglia in the peripheral nervous system? (1) Process information (2) Relay signals between neurons (3) Produce hormones (4) Store memories
The _______ nervous system helps the body to calm down after a stressful situation.
The _______ nervous system is responsible for conscious perception and voluntary movement.
The _______ nervous system is responsible for involuntary actions such as heartbeat and digestion.
The _______ nervous system is responsible for preparing the body for emergencies.
True or False: The autonomic nervous system operates without conscious control.
True or False: The central nervous system includes the brain and the spinal cord.
True or False: The central nervous system is protected by the skull and vertebral column.
True or False: The central nervous system is responsible for integrating and processing information from the entire body.
