Descartes Hypothesized That When the Pineal Gland Is Moved by Eddies

question 73

Multiple Choice

Descartes hypothesized that when the pineal gland is moved by eddies and currents in the cerebrospinal fluid that surrounds it,

• A) it causes all the nerves in the brain to be more open to the passage of animal spirits.
• B) the soul becomes conscious of a passion.
• C) the soul becomes conscious of an innate idea.
• D) the body is immediately set into motion.

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