What are the correct functions of the neuronal pathways and circuits

What will be an ideal response?


convergent pathways: pathways that allow different parts of the nervous system to affect the activity of a neuron

divergent pathway: pathways that allow one part of the nervous system to affect more than one part of the nervous system

reverberating circuit: important in functions that are periodically active such as the sleep/wake cycle and respiration

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