This is the question for the letter N: Nerves!
What is the longest, largest nerve in the human body?
A. Vagus nerve
B. Sciatic nerve
C. Femoral nerve
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The answer is B: Sciatic nerve
The sciatic nerve is the longest and widest single nerve and goes from the base of the spine to the foot, which can be up to one meter. The pain felt when this nerve is compressed or pinched is called sciatica.
The vagus nerve is the longest cranial nerve, going from the brain to the abdomen.
The femoral nerve is found in the thigh.