Question
Which are the two types of peripheral nerves?
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Answer
Peripheral nerves are of two types:
(a) Cranial nerves:
(a) Cranial nerves:
- Nerves originating from the brain are called cranial nerves.
- They are associated with various parts in the head.
- There are 12 pairs of cranial nerves.
(b) Spinal nerves:
- Nerves originating from the spinal cord are called spinal nerves.
- They are associated with arms, legs, skin and some other parts of the body.
- There are 31 pairs of spinal nerves.
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