In Descartes' Theory of the Reflex Mechanism,stimuli Are Transmitted to the Brain

question 18

Multiple Choice

In Descartes' theory of the reflex mechanism,stimuli are transmitted to the brain by means of ______________,and responses are initiated by________________________:

• A) columns of "light" particles; the dispersion of heat to the proper muscle
• B) hydraulic pressure in a sensory nerve; hydraulic pressure in a motor nerve
• C) tugs and pulls on filaments through nerves; the flow of fluids through the nerves and into the muscles
• D) hydraulic pressure in the fluid within the nerve; tugs on the filaments within the nerves, connected to the muscles

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