The nervous system

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Across
  1. 3. a cell that transmits signals in the nervous system.
  2. 5. the lower part of the brainstem that controls vital involuntary functions like breathing, heart rate, and blood pressure.
  3. 8. Is the control center of the body.
  4. 9. is a long, thin bundle of nerves that transmits signals between the brain and the rest of the body, playing a key role in reflexes and movement.
  5. 10. the part of the brain that coordinates balance, posture, and smooth, precise movements.
  6. 11. the largest part of the brain, responsible for thinking, memory, emotions, and voluntary movements.
Down
  1. 1. is the body's automatic reaction to danger, triggered by the sympathetic nervous system
  2. 2. connects the central nervous system to the rest of the body
  3. 4. controls voluntary movements by transmitting signals from the brain to skeletal muscles.
  4. 6. controls involuntary functions like heart rate, digestion, breathing, and pupil dilation
  5. 7. calms the body down after stress, slowing the heart rate and promoting digestion and relaxation.