NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

BRAIN

SPINAL CORD

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is a function of the spinal cord
A
conduct impulses to the brain
B
serve as a center for spinal reflexes
C
conduct impulses from the brain
D
all of these
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -It connects your brain to your lower back. Your spinal cord carries nerve signals from your brain to your body and vice versa. These nerve signals help you feel sensations and move your body. Any damage to your spinal cord can affect your movement or function.

Detailed explanation-2: -Motor Functions-directs your body’s voluntary muscle movements. Sensory Functions – monitors sensation of touch, pressure, temperature and pain. Autonomic Functions – regulates digestion, urination, body temperature, heart rate, and dilation/contraction of blood vessels (blood pressure).

Detailed explanation-3: -Function Of Spinal Cord Provides structural support and builds a body posture. Facilitates flexible movements. Myelin present in the white matter acts as an electrical insulation. Communicates messages from the brain to different parts of the body.

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