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HS36
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| homeostasis | balance state |
| spinal nerves | 31 ; Structure—contain dendrites of sensory neurons and axons of motor neurons Function—conduct impulses necessary for sensations and voluntary movements |
| cranial nerves | 12 ; attached to undersurface of the brain Connect brain with the neck and structures in the thorax and abdomen |
| Synapse | spaces between axon of one neuron and the dendrites of many other meurons |
| dendrite | conduct impulses toward cell body of neuron, there are several dendrites |
| Afferent | (sensory) carry messages (conduct impulses) from all body parts to the spinal cord and brain |
| Neuron | basic structure unit of nervous system |
| Menings | Dura Mater, Arachnoid membrane , Pia Mater |