Dani's Nervous System

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Across
  1. 2. The deep portion of the brain that contains the thalamus and the hypothalamus
  2. 4. nervous system Includes all of the nerves that branch out from the brain in the spinal cord
  3. 6. The lowest part of the brain located just above the back of the neck
  4. 7. A tiny sac at the end of nerve fibers that allow electrical impulses to jump between neurons after being stimulated
  5. 8. rest or digest
  6. 9. Tiny gaps where nerves communicate
  7. 10. known as the flight or fight response
  8. 11. Part of the brain that is located at the back of the head, which is above the brain stem and below the cerebrum
  9. 12. Known as the master gland
  10. 13. The large part of the brain is divided into 2 halves known as Lt. and Rt.hemispheres
Down
  1. 1. A small area in the center of the brain that aids in the production of hormones that regulate body temp., heart rate, mood, and hunger
  2. 3. Acts as a pathway between the brain and the rest of the body to carry sensory into (temp., pain,touch), send mother commands to control muscle movement, coordinate reflexes, and regulate involuntary func.
  3. 5. fluid A watery fluid that is contained between the brain and cranium that helps cushion the brain and spinal column
  4. 7. Specialized Cells that vary in function, size and shape