Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
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ISBN: 9781119329398
Author: Gerard J Tortora, Bryan Derrickson
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
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One situation in which sensory neurons are important.

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Sensory neurons are the most important part of the nervous system. They help us identify various senses like touch, sound, taste, vision, and odor. They can convert external stimuli into internal electrical impulses.

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