Honors Nervous system study guide

These topics will help you prepare for the chapter quiz on nervous system. 

Difference between CNS and PNS

4 supporting cell types of the CNS and functions of each.

Astrocytes

Microglia

Ependymal cells

Oligodendrocytes

2 supporting cells of the PNS and functions of each

Schwann

Satellite

Myelin and myelin sheath

Spinal and cranial nerve comparison

****Parts of brain and their functions (cerebellum, thalamus, medulla oblongata, etc)

Specifics of the cerebrum (name of surface, grooves, etc)

3 types of neurons & functions (association, motor, sensory)

Types of synapses

Disorders and diseases of nervous system

Parts of a neuron (axon, cell body, dendrites, etc)

Blood brain barrier, meninges, cerebrospinal fluid (functions)

Communication of neurons

Lab terms- transverse fissure, dura mater, etc. 

Nerves of the arm and leg (sciatic, medial, ulnar, tibular, etc. )