The Act of Bending a Limb Is

question 35

Multiple Choice

The act of bending a limb is:

• A) flexion
• B) abduction
• C) adduction
• D) extension

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Definitions:

Paraplegia

A condition characterized by the paralysis of the lower half of the body, often resulting from spinal cord injury or disease.

Secondary Somatosensory Cortex

A part of the cerebral cortex that processes sensory input from the body, providing information about touch, vibration, and pressure.

Primary Somatosensory Cortex

The primary somatosensory cortex is a region in the brain that processes tactile information from the body, helping to perceive touch, pressure, and pain.