FUND OF ANAT & PHYS TEXTBK (LL W/ LAB
FUND OF ANAT & PHYS TEXTBK (LL W/ LAB
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Chapter 13, Problem 22RQ
Summary Introduction

To determine:

The five characteristics that are common to all polysynaptic reflexes.

Introduction:

Polysynaptic reflexes show complex behaviors. The interneurons present release excitatory neurotransmitters and inhibitory neurotransmitters.

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