In Many Mammals, the Sense of Smell Plays an Important

question 85

Multiple Choice

In many mammals, the sense of smell plays an important role in

• A) protecting the young from predators.
• B) communicating a baby's discomfort.
• C) choosing non-poisonous foods.
• D) communicating danger.

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Definitions:

Brachial Plexus

A network of nerves that originates from the spinal cord in the neck and supplies the arm, forearm, and hand.

Musculocutaneous Nerve

A nerve in the arm that innervates the biceps brachii muscle, playing a key role in bending the elbow and rotating the forearm.

Ansa Cervicalis

Ansa cervicalis is a loop of nerves in the neck that serves to innervate certain muscles responsible for movements of the larynx, pharynx, and other nearby structures.

Autonomic Reflexes

Reflex actions within the body that are involuntarily controlled by the autonomic nervous system, influencing functions such as heart rate and digestion.