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The nervous system is made up of two parts, the_____nervous system which includes the brain and spinal cord. The _____nervous system which includes all of the nerve fibers running to and from the brain and spinal cord.
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1. Central
2. Peripheral |
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2 types of neurons discussed in class.
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1. Sensory 'afferet'
2. motor 'efferent' |
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T or F
an efferent neuron is a motor neuron |
True
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Receives nerve impulses
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Dendrites
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Contains chromosomes/genes
'provides energy' |
Soma 'cell body'
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Fiber parts of the neuron
where messages travel along |
Axon
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Chemical connection between neurons
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Synapse
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Neurons communicate by means of chemical substances called_______.
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Neurotransmitters
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What part of the nervous system is responsible for regulating the vital organs
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Autonomic
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T or F
we are usually aware of the Autonomic nervous system and are able to control this part of our nervous system. |
False
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