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Assignment 3 Task One P1. Describe the gross structure and main functions of all major body systems Nervous System: There are 3 main functions for the nervous system which are, collecting information, interpreting it, and then initiating the response. The structure of the nervous system is made up of 2 parts known as the PNS and the CNS. The PNS consists of sensory neurons and motor neurons. The CNS consists of the spinal cord and the brain. * Cerebrum: The cerebrum is made up of two parts known as the cerebral hemispheres. The cerebrum contains the sensory, motor and association areas of the brain. * Peripheral nerves: These nerves carry messages from the sensory receptor towards the Central Nervous System (CNS) and then take the messages away from the CNS towards the effectors. * Spinal cord: The spinal cord has also got two parts to it, known as white matter and grey matter. White matter is...

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