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S6 Nervous system & Locomotor system
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The ____________, together with the network of nerves, oversees reflex actions.
spinal cord
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Name the major parts of the central nervous system.
Brain, cerebellum, and brain-stem (together these = the encephalon), spinal cord (inside spinal column)
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The peripheral nervous system consists of all the ______ and _______ that interconnect the different parts of the body.
Nerves and neurons
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What are the bones of the fingers and toes called?
phalanges
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Explain the difference between reflex actions and voluntary actions.
Reflex actions are actions we do without thinking. The brain controls voluntary actions.
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Joints contain __________ that join bones to bones.
ligaments
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What is the longest bone in the body?
femur
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Give an example of a reflex action.
Pulling hand away from a hot stove, e.g.
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The locomotor system is the group of organs that allows ________________.
movement
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The ______________ coordinates body movements.
cerebellum
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The skeleton is formed by _________, __________, and ____________.
bones, joints, and ligaments
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Give an example of a voluntary action.
Jumping up and down, e.g.
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The nervous system receives information from our ________.
senses
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Muscles are attached to bones through __________.
tendons
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