ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY: AN INTEGRATIVE A

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ISBN: 9781265955021

Author: McKinley

Publisher: MCG

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Describe the response of smooth muscle to sustained stretch.

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Solution Summary: The author describes the response of smooth muscles to sustained stretch, which is controlled by the autonomic nervous system.

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