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A group of neurons in PNS, CNS respectiv...

A group of neurons in PNS, CNS respectively are  

A

nuclei, ganglion

B

ganglion, nucleus

C

connectives, commissures

D

commissures, connectives

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To answer the question regarding the terminology used for a group of neurons in the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS) and Central Nervous System (CNS), we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Terms**: - The PNS stands for Peripheral Nervous System, which includes all the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord. - The CNS stands for Central Nervous System, which comprises the brain and spinal cord. 2. **Identifying Groups of Neurons**: - In the **PNS**, a group of neurons is referred to as a **ganglion**. This is a cluster of nerve cell bodies. - In the **CNS**, a group of neurons is called a **nucleus**. This refers to a collection of neuronal cell bodies within the brain or spinal cord. 3. **Conclusion**: - Therefore, the answer to the question is: - In the PNS, a group of neurons is called a **ganglion**. - In the CNS, a group of neurons is called a **nucleus**. ### Final Answer: - **PNS**: Ganglion - **CNS**: Nucleus ---
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