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The ______ effect is a multiplying effect of second messenger pathways.
Spinal Cord
A long, thin, tubular structure made up of nervous tissue, which extends from the brainstem to the lower back, carrying nerve impulses between the brain and the body.
Reflex Actions
Automatic and involuntary responses to stimuli facilitated by neural pathways known as reflex arcs, crucial for survival by enabling quick reactions without direct involvement of the brain.
Peripheral Nerves
Nerves that are located outside of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for transmitting sensory and motor information between the central nervous system and the rest of the body.
Endorphins
Peptides produced by the central nervous system and the pituitary gland, known for their ability to act as natural painkillers.
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