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Whether human heart is myogenic or neurogenic?

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To determine whether the human heart is myogenic or neurogenic, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Definitions**: - **Myogenic Heart**: This type of heart generates its own heartbeat through specialized muscle fibers. The heartbeat is initiated by the heart muscle itself, specifically by a group of modified heart muscle fibers. - **Neurogenic Heart**: In this type, the heartbeat is initiated by nerve impulses. The heart relies on signals from nerve ganglia located near the heart to initiate its contractions. ...
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