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What are the main constituents of the CNS and PNS?
What are the main constituents of the CNS and PNS?
- Brain and spinal cord (correct)
- Liver and kidneys
- Neurons and oligodendrocytes
- Heart and lungs
What is the difference between the CNS and PNS?
What is the difference between the CNS and PNS?
- CNS is responsible for behavior, while PNS is responsible for bodily functions
- CNS is located in the head, while PNS is located in the rest of the body
- CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord, while PNS consists of nerves and ganglia (correct)
- CNS is made up of neurons, while PNS is made up of oligodendrocytes
What is the role of neurons compared to oligodendrocytes?
What is the role of neurons compared to oligodendrocytes?
- Neurons transmit electrical signals, while oligodendrocytes insulate and provide myelin to neurons (correct)
- Neurons are found in the CNS, while oligodendrocytes are found in the PNS
- Neurons are responsible for sensory functions, while oligodendrocytes are responsible for motor functions
- Neurons produce behavior, while oligodendrocytes support and protect neurons
