Our experiments not only proved the existence of a nervous apparatus in the above-mentioned glands, but also disclosed some facts clearly showing the participation of these nerves in normal activity.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The experiments confirmed nerves exist in specific glands and play a role in their normal function.
- In plain terms
- Nerves are present in glands and help them work normally.
- What can you take from it?
- Nerves actively participate in gland function.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do nerves influence gland activity?
- What methods proved this existence?
Another view
The quote does not specify which glands were studied.
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