what is the function of the central nervous system

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anonymous · Answer

The central nervous system (CNS) controls most functions of the body and mind. It consists of two parts: the brain and the spinal cord. 

The brain is the center of our thoughts, the interpreter of our external environment, and the origin of control over body movement. Like a central computer, it interprets information from our eyes (sight), ears (sound), nose (smell), tongue (taste), and skin (touch), as well as from internal organs such as the stomach.

The spinal cord is the highway for communication between the body and the brain. When the spinal cord is injured, the exchange of information between the brain and other parts of the body is disrupted.

rina.r · Answer

The central nervous system plays a major role in movement, sensation, memory, speech and thinking. It is also charged with the role of transmitting messages back and forth between the brain and the peripheral nerves.