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Motor nerves or
efferent:These are nerves
which carry information from
the brain and spinal cord to
Effectors: are the muscles
and glands which respond to
the
information from the brain
and spinal cord through the
motor nerves.
Relay Neuron:It is a kind of
connector neuron which
collects message from the
sensory neuron and delivers it
to motor neuron after
Glial Cells
- outnumber the neurons by 10 to 1
-provide support to the neurons by
supplying them with nutrients,
releasing chemicals that influence a
neurons growth and function
-clearing wastes
Neurotransmitters
-chemical substance released by one
neuron through the synapse and
affect or influence the receiving
neuron
-responsible for sensation, perception,
cognitive and motor behavior
-excess or deficiency is linked to
abnormal behavior
CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM
THE BRAIN AND SPINAL
CORD
WHAT IS BRAIN?
- Huge communication network
- Processes info and data
- Control system of the nervous
system
Brain is the main
coordinating centre in the
human body.
-It is protected by
thecranium.
- It is covered by three
membranes
calledmeningesfilled with a
fluid called cerebrospinal
3 Main Parts of the Brain
Fore brain
Mid brain
Hind brain.
Fore brain-It consist of the cerebrum,
thalamus, and limbic system
Hypothalamus: Helps in
chemical coordination.
Pituitary gland: Helps in
secreting hormones.