When theorizing about human physiology, Descartes relied heavily on the hydraulic model he observed in
Moving statues. In Descartes' view of humans, _____ flowing in nerves is (are) analogous to water flowing
In the pipes of the statues.

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Descartes believed that the movement of fluids was essential to the functioning of the body, and he referred to these fluids as "animal spirits." These spirits were thought to flow through the nerves and activate the muscles, similar to how water flowed through pipes to move the statues he observed. Therefore, choice C, "animal spirits," is the best answer.

When Theorizing About Human Physiology, Descartes Relied Heavily on the Hydraulic