The Brain: Your Command Center (Part 4)

What You'll Learn

The brain is the control center of the nervous system. It processes information from the senses, controls movement, stores memories, and manages body functions like breathing.

Key Words

neuron
receptor

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Read and learn: The brain is the control center of the nervous system. It processes information from the senses, controls movement, stores memories, and manages body functions like breathing.

Step 2 — Do

Measure and record your data in a table.

Step 3 — Observe

Compare the before and after states.

Step 4 — Record

Write your conclusion: did the results match your hypothesis?

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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How many bones does an adult human have?