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Nervous System
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The system of brain, spinal cord, and nerves that govern sensation, movement, and thought.
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Central Nervous System
(CNS) |
The brain and spinal cord.
**Nerves do not regenerate |
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Peripheral Nervous System
(PNS) |
The nerves that enter and leave the spinal cord and travel between the brain and organs without passing through the spinal cord.
**Nerves regenerate very slowly |
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Autonomic Nervous System
(AW-to-NOM-ik) |
The division of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary motor functions.
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