The Human Nervous System Is Often Compared to a Computer

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Essay

The human nervous system is often compared to a computer, but the analogy breaks down upon closer examination of the organization and function of both systems. What are some key differences between the nervous systems we evolved and the early computers we designed and built?
General Methodology

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A type of molten rock that is low in silica and flows easily, typically forming smooth, broad volcanic features.

Shield Volcano

A type of volcano with broad, gently sloping sides, built by the eruption of low-viscosity lava that can flow long distances.

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