Human Anatomy (8th Edition)

8th Edition

ISBN: 9780134243818

Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Patricia Brady Wilhelm, Jon B. Mallatt

Publisher: PEARSON

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Which descending fiber tract originates from the primary motor cortex?

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Human Anatomy (8th Edition)

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Solution Summary: The author explains that the primary motor cortex is involved in the production of neural signals which take part in controlling various movements of the body.

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