Unraveling the Wonders of the Nervous System

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Unraveling the Wonders of the Nervous System

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Learning Objective
Understand the structure and function of the nervous system.

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What do you already know about the nervous system?

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What is the Nervous System?
The nervous system is the body's communication network, consisting of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

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Parts of the Nervous System
Central Nervous System (CNS) includes the brain and spinal cord. Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) includes all the nerves outside the CNS.

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Neurons: Building Blocks of the Nervous System
Neurons are specialized cells that transmit information through electrical and chemical signals.

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How Neurons Communicate
Neurons communicate through synapses, where chemical signals called neurotransmitters are released to transmit information.

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Sensory and Motor Neurons
Sensory neurons carry signals from the sensory organs to the CNS, while motor neurons carry signals from the CNS to the muscles and glands.

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Reflex Arc: A Rapid Response
The reflex arc is an automatic response to a stimulus, bypassing the brain for a quicker reaction.

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The Brain: Control Center of the Nervous System
The brain interprets and processes information, and controls various bodily functions.

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Role of the Spinal Cord
The spinal cord transmits signals between the brain and the rest of the body, and also coordinates reflexes.

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Recap and Review
Summarize the key points about the structure and function of the nervous system.

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