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Printable 5th grade nervous system vocabulary worksheet with fill-in-the-blank definitions for brain, neurons, and sensory organs.
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Nervous System Vocabulary

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This printable nervous system vocabulary worksheet includes fill-in-the-blank definitions for 56 terms covering the brain, spinal cord, neurons, and sensory organs. Students learn the structures and functions of the nervous system, from major brain regions like the cerebrum and cerebellum to smaller components like the axon, synapse, and ganglion. Use as a classwide study guide, vocabulary quiz, or unit review.

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Science
Topic:
Anatomy
Grade Level:
5th Grade
Updated April 2026

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