Nerves · Nervous System · Easy
Nerve
Meaning: A cord-like bundle of fibres that transmits electrical impulses between the brain, spinal cord, and body.
In practice: A pinched nerve can cause pain, tingling, or numbness in the affected area.
Quick check
Two questions on related nerves words.
Which word means: The 9th cranial nerve supplying the tongue, pharynx and parotid gland.
Answer: Glossopharyngeal
Which word means: A nerve (also called peroneal) controlling foot dorsiflexion and eversion, running around the fibula head.
Answer: Fibular
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