Which of the following best describes the main function of the nervous system?

To deliver nutrients and other essential materials to cells and remove waste products

To break down the nutrients found in food so that they can be used by all cells in the body

To produce the chemical signals that allow parts of the body to communicate over long distances

To coordinate all other body systems so that they can function together to maintain homeostasis

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Gianni Hodges

Chemistry

19 August, 12:01

Which of the following best describes the main function of the nervous system?

To deliver nutrients and other essential materials to cells and remove waste products

To break down the nutrients found in food so that they can be used by all cells in the body

To produce the chemical signals that allow parts of the body to communicate over long distances

To coordinate all other body systems so that they can function together to maintain homeostasis

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Kailyn Riggs · Answer 1

C, because the nervous system takes in information through our senses, processes the information and triggers reactions, such as making your muscles move or causing you to feel pain. For example, if you touch a hot plate, you reflexively pull back your hand and your nerves simultaneously send pain signals to your brain.