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The descending somatic tract in the spinal cord which moves muscles to turn the head in response to sounds or sights beside the head is the ______________.

The quadriceps muscle group of the thigh is made up of all the following muscles EXCEPT which one?  

The movement of which ion is responsible for repolarization of a neuron which has sent an action potential message down the axon? 

The movement of which ion is responsible for repolarization of a neuron which has sent an action potential message down the axon? 

A muscle which assists the prime mover in flexing a joint is called a(n) _____________.

Which type of reflex causes the knee joint to extend when the patellar tendon is tapped?

A muscle which assists the prime mover in flexing a joint is called a(n) _____________.

Which of the following choices best describes the proper sequence for a pain withdrawal reflex (somatic reflex arc)?

The name for a muscle which moves a body part remote from the location of the muscle itself is  ______________.

Which of the following is a FALSE phrase about the spinal nerves?