The Part of the Nervous System Which Is Located Outside

question 53

Multiple Choice

The part of the nervous system which is located outside the brain and spinal cord is called the ____________ system.

• A)Endocrine
• B)Central nervous
• C)Sensory
• D)Peripheral nervous

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Definitions:

Osteoporosis

A condition in which bones become weak and brittle due to the loss of tissue, typically as a result of hormonal changes, or deficiency of calcium or vitamin D.

Calcitonin

Calcitonin is a hormone produced by the thyroid gland, involved in the regulation of calcium levels in the blood.

Lymphatic

Pertaining to the lymphatic system, which is a part of the circulatory system and a vital defense in the immune system, including lymph nodes, vessels, and fluids.

Immune Systems

The complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against pathogens and other foreign substances.