Question

Which of the following is defined as an area of the body surface that is innervated by a single spinal​ nerve?

Answer 1

Answer:

Dermatome. (Ans. C).

Explanation:

Dermatome is defined as the area of the human anatomy skin which is supplied by single spinal sensory nerve root. At the spinal cord these spinal sensory nerve enter the nerve root, and the branches of spinal sensory reach to the periphery of the body.

The sensory nerve which is present in the periphery of the body are the type of nerve which helps to transmit signals from sensation such as pain, temperature, etc. to the spinal cord from some specific area of the anatomy.