The Projections from Nerves That Receive Stimulation Are Called ________

question 42

Multiple Choice

The projections from nerves that receive stimulation are called ________ and ________ pass this message on to the next nerve cell.

• A) axons; synapses
• B) dendrites; axons
• C) afferents; axons
• D) efferents; synapses

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Definitions:

Moro Reflex

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Evolutionary Stages

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Odors

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Vocalizations

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