Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

The human brain is insensitive to pain.

  1. True

  2. False
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The claim is true - brain tissue itself has no pain receptors (nociceptors). While the brain CAN process pain signals from elsewhere in the body, the brain tissue cannot feel pain itself. This is why brain surgery can be performed on awake patients.

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