Nervous and Endocrine Systems

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Across
  1. 2. System that uses electrical signals to control body functions
  2. 5. Type of signal used by the nervous system to send a message
  3. 6. A factor that stimulates a receptor and brings about a response
  4. 7. Monitors body functions and connects nervous system to endocrine system
  5. 10. ___________ nervous system is made up of the brain and spinal cord
  6. 14. A response to danger that occurs without input from your brain
  7. 15. System that uses hormones to coordinate body functions
Down
  1. 1. The name used to describe how the body maintains a constant internal environment
  2. 3. Part of the brain that automatically controls your coordination and fine muscle movements
  3. 4. Controls body's vital functions (breathing and heart rate)and connects brain to spinal cord
  4. 7. Chemical Substance that acts a messenger in the body
  5. 8. ____________ nervous system is made up of the rest of the nerves in the body
  6. 9. Hormone that prepares the body for stress
  7. 11. Organ that secretes hormones
  8. 12. __________ gland is the master gland of the endocrine system
  9. 13. Gland found just above the kidneys. Secretes adrenaline
  10. 16. Part of the brain that is responsible for thought, memory and conscious control of muscle movements