Difference between revisions of "Brain"
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The [[brain]] is part of the [[Central Nervous System|central nervous system]] which processes information sent by [[nerve]]s. | The [[brain]] is part of the [[Central Nervous System|central nervous system]] which processes information sent by [[nerve]]s. | ||
Revision as of 14:00, 24 June 2019
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Key Stage 2
Meaning
The brain is an organ which can think and is found in the head of animals.
Key Stage 3
Meaning
The brain is an organ in the nervous system.
Key Stage 4
Meaning
The brain is part of the central nervous system which processes information sent by nerves.
About the Brain
- The brain is responsible for coordinating the muscles and glands around the body.
- The brain is the location of the pituitary gland which controls the release of hormones in the endocrine system.