The Nervous System Flashcards
(6 cards)
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What’s the peripheral nervous system made of?
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The peripheral nervous system is made of nerves that carry meesages to the entral nervous system and other parts of the body.
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What is the central nervous system made of?
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The central nervous system is made of the brain and spinal cord.
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What are the functions of the somatic nervous system?
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The SNS collects information about their surroundings through sensory organs
Coordinates movement of the body
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What is the function of the autonomic nervous system?
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Controls the activities happening in the bod
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What’s the function of the sympathetic nervous system?
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Speeds up body
Prepares you for emergency
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What are the functions of the parasympathetic nervous system?
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Slows bodily functions
Controls your body when resting
