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The nervous system can be divided into several connected systems that function together.

In a simple division of the nervous system, what are the two divisions?

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM

(CNS)

The CNS can be further divided into two parts. Name and briefly describe these two parts:

The PNS can also be divided into two parts. Name and briefly describe these two parts:

List the major divisions of the brain:

List the four lobes of the brain and briefly describe what they control.

The cerebral cortex is responsible for what?

Describe the function of each of these brain structures:

Cerebral cortex -

Cerebellum -

Brain stem -

Hypothalamus -

Thalamus -

What does the left hemisphere of the brain control?

What are "split brain" experiments?

Describe some differences between male and female brains.

What are the cranial nerves? What do they do?

What is the blood-brain barrier and why is it important?

What might cause a "brain attack"?

Explain how the brain interacts with other body systems:

List 10 interesting things about the brain:

What is the spinal cord?

Describe the spinal cord:

How does the spinal cord work?

The Autonomic Nervous System is important in what two situations?

Explain the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system.

Compare and contrast neurons to other body cells.

Explain how neurons are classified:

What is meant by "action potential"?

What are glia cells and what do they do?

To what do sensory receptors in skin respond?

Why is pain a good thing?

Explain why you are able to sense things by using your sense of smell:

What are the four things we can taste?

Describe three ways scientists study the brain:

Describe three ways drugs can affect the brain: