Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
16th Edition
ISBN: 9781119662792
Author: Tortora, Gerard J., DERRICKSON, Bryan H.
Publisher: WILEY
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Chapter 15, Problem 16CP
Summary Introduction

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The differences between the autonomic reflex arc and the somatic reflex arc.

Introduction:

The autonomic nervous system (ANS) and the somatic nervous system (SNS) are parts of the PNS (peripheral nervous system). A reflex arc is a neural circuit that creates an automatic link between the motor and sensory receptors.

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