Exercise
Nervous System - Nerves & Signal Transmission
In this engaging exercise, students will explore the intricate pathways of the nervous system by creating a visual model that demonstrates how nerves transmit signals throughout the body, highlighting key components like neurons, synapses, and neurotransmitters. Through interactive activities, learners will deepen their understanding of how the nervous system coordinates movement and response to stimuli.
Questions
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What specialized cell is the basic building block of the nervous system?
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Which branch-like part of a neuron receives incoming messages from other cells?
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Which long extension of a neuron carries signals away from the cell body?
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What is the tiny gap between two neurons called?
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What type of nerve carries signals from sense organs to the brain?
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Signals enter a neuron through ____ and travel out along the ____
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What type of nerve carries commands from the brain to muscles?
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How fast do electrical nerve impulses travel in the human body?
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What insulating layer speeds up signal transmission along an axon?
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Sensory nerves send messages to the ____ and motor nerves move ____
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Chemicals that carry nerve signals across a synapse are called what?
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All nerves outside the brain and spinal cord belong to which nervous system?