A collection of neurons and supportive tissue running from the base of the brain down the centre of the back, protected by a column of bones, is called the:
A) amygdala.
B) spinal cord.
C) somatic nervous system.
D) cerebellum.

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The spinal cord is a collection of neurons and supportive tissue that runs from the base of the brain down the center of the back, protected by a column of bones. The amygdala is a small almond-shaped structure located within the temporal lobe of the brain. The somatic nervous system refers to the part of the peripheral nervous system responsible for voluntary control of our movements and sensations. The cerebellum is a part of the brain located behind the brainstem that is responsible for coordinating voluntary movements and maintaining balance.

A Collection of Neurons and Supportive Tissue Running from the Base