The Human Nervous System

Introduces features and explains the functions of the nervous system. Explores the connection between anatomical development and complexity of the nervous system. Diagrams parts of the nervous system as well as parts of individual nerve cells. Illustrates pathways of nerve impulses in a simple reflex arc, then moves to more complicated nerve activity involving the brain. Discusses the autonomic nervous system. Uses animation to recreate nervous system activity. Introduces relevant vocabulary., , The Human Nervous System Distributed by Churchill Films DC: CF Produced by Churchill Films PC: CF Year published 1981 Grade Level: I J Distributed on media: 1 videocassette (13 min.), 1/2 in.; 1 videocassette (u-matic) (13 min.), 3/4 in.; 1 film reel (13 min.), 16 mm. Color?Color Length: 13 MIN Library of Congress Registration 81-701561 Description: Compares simpler nervous systems with that of the human. Describes functions of neurons, certain brain centers, central and autonomic nervous systems. Details reflex arc. Topics: Biology,-Physiology-Human-Nervous-System; Neuroanatomy-NOTE: Two (or more) records have been merged together to create this data.