Nervous System Flashcards
(8 cards)
What are the two main networks of the nervous system
The Central Nervous system and the Peripheral Nervous system
What is the function of the Peripheral Nervous System
It connects from the CNS to other parts of the body.
What does the PNS divide into
The Autonomic and the Somatic nervous system
What is the function of the Autonomic Nervous system
It controls heart rate consists of parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous system
What is the function of the Sympathetic Nervous system
It triggers fight or flight Unconscious/ Involuntary dilated pupils elevated heart rate and pressure digestive system temporarily stops adrenaline
What is the function of the parasympathetic nervous system
It restores natural order. It relaxes you
lowers heart rate
What is the function of the Somatic nervous system
part of PNS that Controls Voluntary movement
What does the hypothalamus do
The hypothalamus controls the SNS and endocrine system
