Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 11.1, Problem 1CC
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To determine: The two components of the afferent nervous system.
Introduction: Nervous system is the network of nerve cells and fibers that transmit the information to the body parts. The nervous system controls and coordinates the body parts. The system monitors the actions by transmitting signals to and from the body.
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Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
Ch. 11.1 - Prob. 1CCCh. 11.1 - The central nervous system consists of the...Ch. 11.1 - Prob. 3CCCh. 11.1 - A nerve that carries both sensory and motor...Ch. 11.1 - Prob. 5CCCh. 11.1 - In what organelle is most intracellular Ca2+...Ch. 11.1 - Prob. 7CCCh. 11.1 - Prob. 8CCCh. 11.1 - Prob. 9CCCh. 11.2 - Prob. 10CC
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