What are the two largest divisions of the mammalian nervous system?
The two largest divisions of the mammalian nervous system are the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS).
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What are nerves made up of?
Nerves are made up of many nerve cells, also known as neurones.
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What is the difference between cranial nerves and spinal nerves?
Cranial nerves are attached to the brain and spinal nerves are attached to the spinal cord.
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What is the function of neurones?
Neurones carry information directly to their target cells and coordinate the activities of sensory receptors, decision-making centres in the CNS, and effectors such as muscles and glands.
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How is information transferred in the nervous system?
Information is transferred in the nervous system in the form of nerve impulses, which travel along neurones at very high speeds.
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What does the central nervous system (CNS) consist of?
The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord.
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What does the peripheral nervous system (PNS) consist of?
The PNS consists of all the neurones in nerves that connect the CNS to the rest of the body.
These include the neurones in spinal nerves and in cranial nerves.
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