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NAL Agricultural Thesaurus
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Fields of Study > zoology > animal physiology > neurophysiology > sensation > proprioception
Animals, Livestock, One Health > zoology > animal physiology > neurophysiology > sensation > proprioception
Fields of Study > physiology > animal physiology > neurophysiology > sensation > proprioception
Preferred Term:

proprioception

Definition:
The mechanism involved in the self-regulation of posture and movement through stimuli originating in the receptors.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
sensation
Entry Terms:
  • balance (movement)
  • equilibrium (movement)
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/15583
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