Question
Mention the important functions of the nervous system in the animal (human) body.
Answer
The important functions of the nervous system in the human body are
- Receives and processes sensory input from the environment.
- Coordinates and integrates the received sensory information with internal body conditions.
- Responds to changes in the environment by controlling and coordinating muscular and glandular responses.
- Regulates the physiological functions of the body, such as breathing, digestion, and heart rate.
- Facilitates learning and memory by acquiring, processing, and storing information for future use.