The human body contains about 100,000 miles of nerve fibers, a vast and intricate network for transmitting information.
Why It Matters
This extensive wiring allows for rapid communication between all parts of the body and the brain.
This extensive wiring allows for rapid communication between all parts of the body and the brain.
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Galileo Galilei
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