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What Is the Reticular Activating System,and What Are Its Functions

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What is the reticular activating system,and what are its functions in relation to sleep and wakefulness?


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Choroid

A vascular layer of the eye located between the sclera and the retina, which provides oxygen and nutrients to the outer retina.

Cornea

The clear, outer layer at the front of the eye that helps focus incoming light onto the retina.

Golgi Tendon Organs

Sensory receptors located at the junction of muscles and tendons that monitor tension developed in muscles.

Proprioceptors

Proprioceptors are sensory receptors located in muscles, tendons, and joints that help to convey information about body position and movement.

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