Nervous and Endocrine Systems

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