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What is the function of nerve tissue?

  1. To contract and produce motion

  2. To carry messages to and from the brain and coordinate body functions

  3. To form the physical foundation of the body

  4. To perform specific functions

The correct answer is: To carry messages to and from the brain and coordinate body functions

Nerve tissue serves as the communication center of the body, responsible for transmitting messages to and from the brain and coordinating bodily functions. Option A is incorrect because muscle tissue is responsible for contracting and producing motion. Option C is incorrect because it refers to connective tissue which forms the physical structure of the body. Option D is incorrect because tissue is not capable of performing functions on its own, it is made up of specialized cells that work together to perform specific functions. Therefore, the best answer is B.