nervous system Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
what does the SENSORY nervous system do?
A
takes in info from the environment
2
Q
what does the MOTOR nervous system do?
A
outputs the info
3
Q
what is going on in the CENTRAL nervous system?
A
the brain and spinal cord
interprets incoming sensory info
4
Q
what is the PERIPHERAL nervous system?
A
everything outside the brain and spinal cord
5
Q
what are cranial nerves responsible for?
A
they carry impulses to and from the brain
6
Q
what are spinal nerves responsible for?
A
they carry impulses to and from the spinal cord
