Brain And Nervous System Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
Identify the major components of the nervous system
A
the nervous system consists of the brain, the spinal cord and peripheral nerves.
2
Q
what is the nervous system?
A
Collection of organs and systems that work to coordinate and control the bodies responses so that homeostasis is maintained with help of endocrine system.
It detects and responds to changes inside and outside the body.
3
Q
what does CNS consist of?
A
brain and spinal cord
4
Q
what does PNS consist of?
A
peripheral nerves (consisting of all the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord).
