Which part of the nervous system is primarily affected in these neurodegenerative disorders?
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Correct answer: Central Nervous System
Both Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s are disorders of the Central Nervous System (CNS), as they involve the death of neurons located in the brain and spinal cord.
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