_____________ is the process of converting energy in the form of light, sound, movement, or touch into a neural signal.

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


Transduction

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Which of these pairings is MISMATCHED?

thalamic neuron, third-order neuron sensory afferent, first-order neuron brain stem neuron, second-order neuron None of the listed responses is correct.

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The force of muscle contraction is controlled by multiple motor unit summation or recruitment

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The most superior portion of the brain is the __________.

A. brain stem B. cerebral hemispheres

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By varying the number of ________ activated at any one time, the nervous system provides precise control over the pull exerted by the muscle.

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

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