Explain the difference between a monosynaptic reflex and a polysynaptic reflex

What will be an ideal response?


A monosynaptic reflex involves only a single synapse within the spinal cord between the sensory and motor neurons. A polysynaptic reflex involves multiple synapses.

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This is a diagram of a multipolar neuron. What does "D" represent?

A. Cell body of neuron B. Dendrite C. Nucleus of neuron D. Glia cells E. Axon

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a. alpha b. beta c. chief d. oxyphil

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Which of the following statements concerning the epidermis is true?

A. The epidermis contains numerous blood vessels. B. The epidermis is very permeable to water-soluble molecules. C. The epidermis is nourished by blood vessels located in the dermis. D. The most numerous cells in the epidermis are the melanocytes. E. The dermis is superficial to the epidermis.

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