10 Interesting Fact About The science of the human nervous system and its various functions
10 Interesting Fact About The science of the human nervous system and its various functions
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The human nervous system has around 100 billion nerve cells called neurons.
Nerve signals can move at a speed of 120 meters per second.
When nerve signals reach the nerve endings, a chemical called neurotransmitter is released to help the transmission of signals to the next nerve cells.
Nerve cells cannot regenerate or replace themselves if damaged or die.
The human brain produces around 70,000 thoughts every day.
The human brain can process information with a speed of 120 billion bits per second.
The autonomic nervous system controls the body's automatic functions such as heart rate and breathing.
In addition, the autonomic nervous system is also involved in stress and emotional responses.
Touch and pain are received by nerve receptors found in the skin and other body organs.
There are more than 20 different types of nerve cells in the human nervous system, each has a unique function and structure.
