Structures of the Nervous System

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the function of the parasympathetic nervous system?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

It calms the body and conserves energy.

Question 2

Our brain enables us to do all the following except __________.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

socialize

Question 3

Where is the brain located?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

in the skull

Question 4

Which nervous system is comprised of the somatic and autonomic nervous systems?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the peripheral nervous system

Question 5

The nerves that make up the spinal cord carry commands between the __________ and the brain.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

peripheral nerves

Question 6

What are the two divisions of the autonomic nervous system?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems

Question 7

Which system consists of nerves that initiate communication?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the peripheral nervous system

Question 8

Heart rate, digestion, breathing, and perspiration are all controlled by which part of the peripheral nervous system?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the autonomic nervous system

Question 9

The __________ is the control center of the body.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

brain

Question 10

What are the two main components of the nervous system?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system

Structures of the Nervous System Answers