Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
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Author: Tortora, Gerard J., DERRICKSON, Bryan H.
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 13, Problem 13CP
Summary Introduction
To review:
The similarities and differences of the somatic and autonomic reflexes.
Introduction:
A reflex is a sudden movement that occurs in response to a stimulus. There are two types of reflexes- the somatic and autonomic.
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