Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)
Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134395326
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Suzanne M. Keller
Publisher: PEARSON
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The differentiation between ANS (autonomic nervous system) and SNS (somatic nervous system).

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The nervous system of an organism acts as the master communication system of the body. Based on the structure, the nervous system is classified as CNS (central nervous system) and the PNS (peripheral nervous system). Depending on the function, the PNS is further divided into motor and sensory division. The motor division also has two major parts, including ANS and SNS.

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