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Chapter 35: Q. 34 (page 1016)

What are the main functions of the sensory-somatic nervous system?

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The sensory-somatic nervous system transmits sensory information and motor commands.

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Step 1. Introduction

Sensory-somatic nervous systems are made up of spinal nerves and cranial nerves and have both sensory as well as motor neurons.

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Step 2. Explanation

Functions of sensory-somatic nervous systems include:

  1. They transmit sensory information from sensory organs, skin, and muscles to the central nervous system.
  2. They also transmit motor commands from the central nervous system to muscles which cause them to contract.

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