pumice. n. 1. (Geological Science) Also called: pumice stone a light porous acid volcanic rock having the composition of rhyolite, used for scouring and, in powdered form, as an abrasive and for polishing. vb. 2. (Tools) (tr) to rub or polish with pumice.[C15 pomys, from Old French pomis, from Latin pÅ«mex ].umÂ·ice. n. A light, porous, glassy lava, used in solid form as an abrasive and in powdered form as a polish and an abrasive. tr.v. pumÂ·iced, pumÂ·icÂ·ing, pumÂ·icÂ·es. To clean, polish, or smooth with pumice.
Summary: 1.A neuron is an individual cell, whereas, a group of neurons form a nerve. 2.There are two types of neurons ââ sensory and motor neurons; while there are three types of nerves ââ afferent, efferent and mixed nerves.
3.Nerves are found in the peripheral nervous system, while neurons are found in the brain, spinal cord and the peripheral nerves. 4.A neuron can also be called a neurone or a nerve cell. 5.Neurons conduct nerve impulses, while nerves transmit information to various parts of the body..Nerves are found in the peripheral nervous system, while neurons are found in the brain, spinal cord and the peripheral nerves. 4.A neuron can also be called a neurone or a nerve cell. 5.Neurons conduct nerve impulses, while nerves transmit information to various parts of the body.