The term "gut-brain axis" describes the complex, back-and-forth communication that occurs between all of the following except the

A) immune system.
B) muscular system.
C) digestive system.
D) nervous system.
E) endocrine system.


Answer: B

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A. France B. China C. Papua New Guinea D. England E. the Middle East

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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