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White matter is a structural component of the nervous system, as it functions as the pathway for neural instructions [1] and consists of axons that form these essential conduits [2]. Furthermore, the nervous system is defined by the distinct visual and functional differentiation between white matter and gray matter [3].
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Human body systems: Overview, anatomy, functions | Kenhub kenhub.com 2 facts
claimWhite matter in the human nervous system consists of axons that form neural pathways, serving as the conduit for instructions traveling from the gray matter toward organs.
claimIn the nervous system, gray matter generates instructions, while white matter serves as the pathway for those instructions to travel toward organs.
7 Major Organ Systems: Functions and Connections instituteofhumananatomy.com 1 fact
claimThe human nervous system, when observed in cadavers, displays distinct natural color differences between gray matter (pinkish-gray) and white matter (creamy white).