peripheral nervous system

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types of nerves

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Peripheral Nervous System (pg 8)

• Consists of nerves and ganglia found outside the CNS

Types of Nerves

• Sensory (Afferent) Nerves: Carry impulses toward the CNS

• Motor (Efferent) Nerves: Carry impulses away from the CNS to muscles

• Mixed Nerves: Contain both sensory and motor fibers

• Hand-written notes

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