By Carla, Nerea, Jon, Mark and Sergio.

MAJOR PARTS

- Brain

- Spinal cord

- Nerves

SYSTEM DIAGRAM

FUNCTIONSThe nervous system is a complex collection of nerves and specialized cells known as neurons that transmit signals between different parts of the body. Structurally, the nervous system has two components: the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system. The central nervous system is made up of the brain, spinal cord and nerves.

STAYING HEALTHY- Avoid using alcohol or other drugs.- Eat a variety of healthy foods.- Do regular exercise.- Do not smoke or use other tobacco products.- Drink plenty of water and other fluids.

IF THE NERVOUS SYSTEM IS ELIMINATED

- If you are hit you don´t feel anything in your skin.

- You couldn´t think- You couldn´t move.- You would die.

RESOURCES

http://www.livescience.com/22665-nervous-system.htmlhttp://www.ck12.org/book/CK-12-Life-Science-Concepts-For-Middle-School/r10/section/11.52/http://www.webmd.com/brain/tc/nervous-system-problems-prevention