Which of the Following Is Not a Major Part of the Nervous

question 179

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a major part of the nervous system?

• A)Spinal cord
• B)Brain
• C)Individual nerves
• D)Heart

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Definitions:

Special Receptors

Cells or groups of cells in the body that detect changes in the environment (external or internal) and signal these changes to the nervous system.

Taste Buds

Sensory organs located on the tongue and other parts of the mouth, which are responsible for tasting and perceiving different flavors.

Cochlea

A spiral-shaped, fluid-filled structure in the inner ear that plays a key role in the process of hearing by converting sound vibrations into neural signals.

Olfactory Bulb

The olfactory bulb is a brain structure responsible for processing smells, located at the base of the brain and connected to the nasal cavity.