PATHOLOGY MCQ
NERVOUS SYSTEM
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Question
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The brain and spinal cord
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The central nervous and peripheral nervous system
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The neurons and the dendrites
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The cerebrum and the medulla
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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: -The somatic nervous system (SNS) and the autonomic nervous system (ANS) are both parts of the peripheral nervous system. The SNS controls voluntary actions such as walking. The ANS is responsible for the control of vital functions such as heartbeat and breathing.
Detailed explanation-3: -The nervous system consists of two divisions; Central nervous system (CNS) is the integration and command center of the body. Peripheral nervous system (PNS) represents the conduit between the CNS and the body. It is further subdivided into the somatic nervous system (SNS) and the autonomic nervous system (ANS).