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Myelinated and unmyelinated nerve fibres are found in PNS respectively are

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Nerve Fibers**: The peripheral nervous system (PNS) contains two types of nerve fibers: myelinated and unmyelinated. It is essential to know the characteristics of each type. 2. **Myelinated Nerve Fibers**: Myelinated nerve fibers are those that are covered with a myelin sheath. This sheath is formed by Schwann cells, which wrap around the axon of the nerve fiber. The presence of myelin increases the speed of nerve impulse conduction. 3. **Location of Myelinated Nerve Fibers**: In the PNS, myelinated nerve fibers are primarily found in the spinal nerves and cranial nerves. These fibers are crucial for rapid signal transmission. 4. **Unmyelinated Nerve Fibers**: Unmyelinated nerve fibers, on the other hand, do not have a myelin sheath. This absence of myelin results in slower conduction of nerve impulses compared to myelinated fibers. 5. **Location of Unmyelinated Nerve Fibers**: Unmyelinated nerve fibers are commonly found in the somatic nerve fibers. These fibers are associated with the autonomic nervous system and are involved in various involuntary functions. 6. **Final Answer**: Therefore, the myelinated nerve fibers in the PNS are found in the spinal and cranial nerves, while the unmyelinated nerve fibers are found in the somatic nerve fibers. ### Summary of the Answer: - **Myelinated Nerve Fibers**: Found in spinal and cranial nerves. - **Unmyelinated Nerve Fibers**: Found in somatic nerve fibers. ---
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