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Physiology stack 2
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Central Nervous System (CNS) | The CNS is made of the brain and spinal cord. It controls most of the actions your body does. |
| Neuron | A neuron is a nerve cell that sends messages through your body. It helps you feel, move, and think. |
| Neurotransmitter | A neurotransmitter is a chemical that carries messages between neurons. It helps the body respond fast to things around you. |
| Reflex Arc | A reflex arc is the path a message takes during a quick reaction, like pulling your hand from something hot. It helps protect your body from danger. |
| Dermatomes | Dermatomes are skin areas that get feeling from specific nerves. Doctors use them to find nerve problems. |
| Systolic Blood Pressure | This is the top number in a blood pressure reading. It shows the pressure in your arteries when your heart beats. |
| Diastolic Blood Pressure | This is the bottom number in a blood pressure reading. It shows the pressure when your heart relaxes between beats. |
| Lymphatic System | The lymphatic system helps remove extra fluid from your tissues and sends it back into your blood. It also helps your body fight germs. |
| Respiratory System | The respiratory system helps you breathe in oxygen and breathe out carbon dioxide. It keeps your cells supplied with the air they need. |
| Digestive System | The digestive system breaks down food so your body can use the nutrients for energy and growth. It moves food through organs like the stomach and intestines. |