What is Peripheral nervous system?
The '''peripheral nervous system''', or '''PNS''', is part of the [[nervous system]]. It consists of the [[nerves]] and [[ganglia]] which are outside the [[central nervous system]] (the [[brain]] and [[spinal cord]]). The main [[function (biology)|function]] of the PNS is to connect the central nervous system (CNS) to the [[limb]]s and [[Organ (anatomy)|organs]]. The PNS is not protected by [[bone]] like the central nervous system. Therefore it is exposed to [[toxin]]s and mechanical injuries. The peripheral nervous system is divided into the [[somatic nervous system]] (SNS) and the [[autonomic nervous system]] (ANS). But the [[enteric nervous system]] (ENS) can be seen as a third branch of its own and not as part of the autonomic nervous system. * The SNS coordinates your body's movement, receiving external stimuli, and regulates everything under conscious control. * The ANS controls all automatic actions. That means that it controls all reflexes and actions during sleep. * The ENS controls the [[gastrointestinal system]]. {{Commonscat|Peripheral nervous system}} == References == [[Category:Nervous system]]