Question

Which are the two types of peripheral nerves?

Answer 1

Peripheral nerves are of two types:

(a) Cranial nerves:

• Nerves originating from the brain are called cranial nerves. 
• They are associated with various parts in the head. 
• There are 12 pairs of cranial nerves.

(b) Spinal nerves:

• Nerves originating from the spinal cord are called spinal nerves. 
• They are associated with arms, legs, skin and some other parts of the body.
• There are 31 pairs of spinal nerves.