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... results of Schultze's latest researches . Some additions ( but as few as possible , lest the book should insensibly lose its elementary character ) have been made ; among the most important I count the very useful " Table of Anatomical ...
... results of Schultze's latest researches . Some additions ( but as few as possible , lest the book should insensibly lose its elementary character ) have been made ; among the most important I count the very useful " Table of Anatomical ...
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... result of many combined actions . 16. The relation of the mind to the action of the muscles . 17. The spinal cord capable of converting impressions from without into muscular contractions . 18. Special sensations . 19. The tissues are ...
... result of many combined actions . 16. The relation of the mind to the action of the muscles . 17. The spinal cord capable of converting impressions from without into muscular contractions . 18. Special sensations . 19. The tissues are ...
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... results of a series of changes usually originated by external impressions . 3. Reflex action . Sensations and consciousness . 4. Subjective sensations . 5. The muscular sense . 6. The higher senses . 7. General plan of a sensory organ ...
... results of a series of changes usually originated by external impressions . 3. Reflex action . Sensations and consciousness . 4. Subjective sensations . 5. The muscular sense . 6. The higher senses . 7. General plan of a sensory organ ...
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... result will occur , if his body remains as warm as before . On the other hand , diminish his exertion and lower his production of heat , and either he will gain weight , or some of his food will remain unused . Thus , in a properly ...
... result will occur , if his body remains as warm as before . On the other hand , diminish his exertion and lower his production of heat , and either he will gain weight , or some of his food will remain unused . Thus , in a properly ...
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... result of the contraction of a multitude of muscles which oppose and balance one another . Thus , the foot affording the surface of support , the muscles of the calf 1. ] II THE SKELETON . Differences between inspired and expired.
... result of the contraction of a multitude of muscles which oppose and balance one another . Thus , the foot affording the surface of support , the muscles of the calf 1. ] II THE SKELETON . Differences between inspired and expired.
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