Human Anatomy (9th Edition)
Human Anatomy (9th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134320762
Author: Frederic H. Martini, Robert B. Tallitsch, Judi L. Nath
Publisher: PEARSON
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The difference between the autonomic nervous system and the somatic nervous system.

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The peripheral nervous system (PNS) is divided into two separate parts, namely, the afferent and the efferent division. The efferent division is further separated into two systems, namely, the somatic nervous system (SNS) as well as the autonomic nervous system (ANS).

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