Exploring the Nervous System
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Objective
I can describe the main functions of the nervous system.
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Warm-up video
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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The nervous system can be divided into two general regions: the central nervous system (CNS), which includes the brain and spinal cord, and the peripheral nervous system (PNS), which includes all other components.
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The hindbrain includes the medulla, pons, and cerebellum, which regulate functions like breathing, heart rate, balance, and movement coordination.
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Neurons communicate with each other through a process called action potential, which involves a rapid change in electrical charge along the axon and the release of neurotransmitters at the synapse.
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Practice
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What are the two main divisions of the nervous system?
Describe the main function of the somatic nervous system (SNS).
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“Describe the three main functions of the nervous system, using information from the video.”
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