MEDICAL PHYSIOLOGY

PHYSIOLOGY

CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The human nervous system is composed of which two parts?
A
central nervous system; somatic nervous system
B
central nervous system; peripheral nervous system
C
autonomic nervous system; somatic nervous system
D
sympathetic nervous system; somatic nervous system
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The nervous system has two main parts: The central nervous system is made up of the brain and spinal cord. The peripheral nervous system is made up of nerves that branch off from the spinal cord and extend to all parts of the body.

Detailed explanation-2: -Your nervous system is your body’s command center. Originating from your brain, it controls your movements, thoughts and automatic responses to the world around you. It also controls other body systems and processes, such as digestion, breathing and sexual development (puberty).

Detailed explanation-3: -The central nervous system includes the brain and spinal cord. The peripheral nervous system includes the nerves that run throughout the whole body.

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