Memory : cerebrum :: breathing : medulla oblongata
Balance : cerebellum :: reasoning : cerebrum
Key Concepts Covered
This question tests your understanding of the following concepts from the chapter Nervous System: Question, Word, Space, Provided, Complete, Second. These are fundamental topics in Biology that students are expected to master as part of the ICSE Class 7 curriculum.
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Key Points to Remember
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Chapter 8: Human Body: Nervous System — ICSE Class VII Biology Notes
Comprehensive ICSE Class VII Biology notes on the Human Nervous System covering brain parts (cerebrum, cerebellum, medulla), spinal cord, neuron structure, reflex action, reflex arc, and voluntary vs involuntary actions.
Key Concepts and Topics
Topics covered: Brain, Spinal cord, Neurons, Reflex action, Reflex arc
Weightage: Approximately 8 marks in the exam
Important Points to Remember
- CNS = brain + spinal cord; PNS = nerves
- Brain parts: cerebrum (thinking), cerebellum (balance), medulla (involuntary)
- Neuron: cell body + dendrites (receive) + axon (transmit)
- Reflex action: automatic response controlled by spinal cord
- Reflex arc: receptor to sensory nerve to spinal cord to motor nerve to effector
- Brain protected by skull, meninges, and cerebrospinal fluid
- Voluntary actions involve brain; reflex actions bypass brain
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is a reflex action?
A: A quick, automatic, involuntary response to a stimulus, controlled by the spinal cord without involving the brain.
Q: What are the three main parts of the brain?
A: Cerebrum (thinking), Cerebellum (balance), and Medulla oblongata (involuntary actions).
Q: What is a reflex arc?
A: The pathway of a reflex: Receptor → Sensory nerve → Spinal cord → Motor nerve → Effector.
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