MICROANATOMY

MUSCLE NERVE CARTILAGE BONE

PERIPHERAL NERVE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The main function of this system is to connect the CNS to the rest of the body.
A
central nervous system
B
muscle cells
C
peripheral nervous system
D
the brain
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The main function of the PNS is to connect the CNS to the limbs and organs, essentially serving as a relay between the brain and spinal cord and the rest of the body.

Detailed explanation-2: -The main function of the peripheral nervous system is to connect the central nervous system to the limbs and organs, essentially serving as a relay between the CNS i.e. the brain and spinal cord and the rest of the body.

Detailed explanation-3: -The nerves of the PNS extend from the central nervous system to the outermost areas of the body. The peripheral system allows the brain and spinal cord to receive and send information to other areas of the body, which allows us to react to stimuli in our environment.

Detailed explanation-4: -The spinal cord is a vital aspect of the CNS found within the vertebral column. The purpose of the spinal cord is to send motor commands from the brain to the peripheral body as well as to relay sensory information from the sensory organs to the brain.

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