send information about the chemical environment in the muscle and the length and tension of the muscle, respectively, to the cardiovascular control centers. These receptors also modify the blood pressure response and are especially important during exercise.
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Step 1: Identify the Receptors Involved - The receptors responsible for sending information about the chemical environment in the muscle, as well as the length and tension of the muscle, are known as muscle spindles (for length and tension) and muscle Show more…
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