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The Fascinating World of Neurons
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Our nervous system is made up of trillions of neurons that communicate continuously between the brain, spinal cord, and body. Neurons play a vital role in our ability to think, feel, remember, and imagine, and some neurons even become active only when we look at certain pictures, such as Jennifer Aniston.
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