Neurons in the Nervous System

The nervous system is a complex network that plays a critical role in the functioning of the human body. It is divided into two main parts: the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The CNS consists of the brain and spinal cord, while the PNS consists of all the nerves that branch out from the spinal cord and connect to other parts of the body. Which of the following components of the nervous system is primarily responsible for processing and transmitting information throughout the body?