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Which is part of the central nervous system?

nervous system

[nur-vuhs sis-tuhm] / ˈnɜr vəs ˌsɪs təm /


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Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder of the nervous system that affects movement.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 11, 2026

These nerves carry signals between the central nervous system and the rest of the body, helping control movement, sensation, and other essential functions.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 10, 2026

Every voluntary movement depends on successful communication between the nervous system and the muscles.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 10, 2026

The peripheral nervous system includes the nerves located outside the brain and spinal cord.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 10, 2026

Now the disease has gone to his nervous system.

From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman


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