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Systems 3.5
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Neuron | A cell that carries information through the nervous system |
| Synapse | The junction where one neuron can transfer an impulse to the next structure. |
| Brain | The part of the central nervous system that is located in the skull and controls most functions in the body. |
| Spinal Cord | A thick column of nervous tissue that links the brain to nerves in the body. |
| Negative Feedback | A process in which a system is turned off by the condition it produces. |
| Reflex | An automatic response that occurs rapidly and without conscious control. |
| Impulse | An electrical charge that can relay a signal or a message to another part of the body. |