Nervous System

Nervous System Wonder Whizkids

From this App you can learn :

Describe the basic structure of neuron and list different types of neurons.

Discuss the changes in ion concentrations inside and outside of a neuron that result in an action potential.

Define the term ″synapse″ and distinguish between direct synaptic and indirect synaptic transmission.

Summarize the role of various neurotransmitters in propagating nerve impulses.

Compare and contrast Central nervous system and Peripheral nervous system.

Describe the anatomy and function of spinal cord and spinal nerves.

List out the major regions of human brain and describe some of the major functions of each.

Understand and explore the mechanism of reflex action and arcs.

Explore the causes and types of symptoms seen in some common neurological disorders.

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This topic covers under Biology subject as a part of the Human Physiology topic

and this topic contains following sub topics

Nervous System

Ion Channels

Neurotransmitters

Types of Nervous System

Brain

Reflex Action and Arcs

Diseases and Disorders