102.8 The Nervous System

The digestive, respiratory no circulatory systems are controlled by the:

Autonomic nervous system

The nervous system is made up of the central nervous system, the peripheral nervous system and the:

Autonomic nervous system

The brain, spinal cord and spinal and cranial nerves make up the:

Central nervous system

The system that breaks food down to be easily absorbed by cells or to become waste products is the:

Digestive system

Motor nerves carry messages from the brain to the muscles and are called:

Efferent

The primary function of the excretory system is to:

Eliminate solid, liquid and gaseous waste products

Hair growth, skin conditions and energy levels are all controlled by the:

Endocrine system

Which system is composed of sensory and motor nerves that extend from the spinal cord and brain to other parts of the body?

Peripheral nervous system

Which crucial part of the central nervous system is composed of long nerve fibers and originates in the base of the brain and extends to the base of the spine?

Spinal cord

The primary nerve of the face is the:

Trifacial nerve