The stretch reflex is an example of a ________ reflex because it maintains the body's upright position.

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


postural

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A) primary somatosensory cortex B) primary auditory cortex C) primary visual cortex D) auditory association area

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Tom tries a new diet that involves no food intake. Instead of eating, he takes plenty of multivitamin pills. This is OK because vitamins are a significant source of energy.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The ________ forms synapses, or junctions, with other neurons or effector cells

A) synaptic cleft B) initial segment C) axon terminal D) axon hillock

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A condition of inward deviation in alignment from the proximal to the distal end of a segment is called ___________________. ________________________________________

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

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