What is another word for nervous tissue?
Pronunciation: [nˈɜːvəs tˈɪʃuː] (IPA) 
The term nervous tissue refers to a specialized type of tissue found in the central and peripheral nervous systems. Some synonyms for nervous tissue include neural tissue, nerve tissue, and neurologic tissue. Neural tissue comprises neurons, which are specialized cells responsible for transmitting electrical and chemical signals throughout the body, and supporting glial cells. Nerve tissue, on the other hand, refers to the structural components of the nervous system, such as the outer covering of nerves and the connective tissue that surrounds them. Neurologic tissue is a broader term that encompasses both nervous tissue and other structures within the nervous system, including blood vessels and meninges.
