The nervous system

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Receptors
Special cells that detect changes in the environment.
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The reflex arc
receptor - sensory neuron - motor neuron - relay neuron - effector
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reflex
an automatic response of the nervous system that doesn't involve the brain.
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sense organs
collection of receptors (eyes, ears ect)
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sensory neurons
neuron that carries impulses from the receptor to the CNS
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receptor - sensory neuron - motor neuron - relay neuron - effector

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The reflex arc

Card 3

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an automatic response of the nervous system that doesn't involve the brain.

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Card 4

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collection of receptors (eyes, ears ect)

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Card 5

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neuron that carries impulses from the receptor to the CNS

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