Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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To determine: The comparison between the cephalic brain and the enteric nervous system. Also provide examples of neurotrasnmitters, neuromodulators, and supporting cells in the two.

Introduction: Nervous system is a system in the body that helps in the transfer of information from one part to another part of the body. The nervous system is divided into two major parts, the central nervous system, and the peripheral nervous system.

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