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nmorano1

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The particularly large pyramidal neurons of primary motor cortex are known as __________ cells.
 
  Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.

Question 2

The basal ganglia receive signals from various parts of the cortex and transmit them back to the cortex via the __________.
 
  Fill in the blank with the appropriate word.


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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: Betz

Answer to Question 2

Answer: thalamus


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