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Which area of the somatic sensory cortex involves a topographic map of the body known as spatial orientation?
In the somatic sensory area I, how is the body represented in terms of spatial orientation?
What type of sensory signals does somatic sensory area I (SSI) receive?
Which area of the somatic sensory cortex is below the primary sensory area SSI and receives sensory signals from both sides of the body + from SSI?
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What is the function of somatic sensory area I in the recognition of?
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Which area of the somatic sensory cortex is responsible for discrimination of fine gradations of weight and temperature?
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Which part of the body has a large representation area in somatic sensory area I?
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Which area receives thalamocortical sensory signals from both sides of the body + from SSI?
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What type of signals does Somatic Sensory Cortex receive from opposite sides of the body?
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What do areas such as thumb and lips have a large representation area in somatic sensory cortex?
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