Central & Peripheral Nervous Systems: Structure & Function

The two distinct branches of the nervous system are:

1. Central Nervous System:

Consists of the brain and spinal cord. Acts as the main control center and processes information from the peripheral nervous system, making decisions, and facilitating voluntary movement and thought.

2. Peripheral Nervous System: Includes all the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. Transmits sensory information from the body to the central nervous system and carries motor commands back to the muscles and glands.