. Longest nerve in human body is
A: sciatic nerve
B: radial nerve
C: median nerve
D: ulnar nerve
Best Answer
Explanation :-
Nerves are the cells which carry information in the form of electrical impulses.
- Sciatic nerve begins from the lower back and passes through the buttocks,legs and feet.
- It is known to be the longest nerve in the human body.
- Radial nerve is one among the 5 nerves arising from the brachial plexus.
- It gives sensory and motor activity to the upper limb.
- Median nerves are also one among the 5 nerves arising from the brachial plexus.
- It gives sensory and motor activity to the forearm, hand and wrist.
- Ulnar nerves are also one among the 5 nerves arising from the brachial plexus.
- It facilitates the movement of the forearm,hand and wrist.
Final answer :-
The correct option is (A),i.e sciatic nerve.
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