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Why neuron is the basic unit of the nervous system?
Asked by Topperlearning User | 04 Jun, 2014, 01:23: PM
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Neuron is called the basic unit of the nervous system because all the parts of nervous system whether it is brain or spinal cord or cranial or spinal nerves all are made of neurons.



  • Several neurons together form a nerve.


  • Aggregates of neurons form ganglia.


  • Sense receptors also contain neurons (Dendrons of neurons).
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