Asked by Shreya Singh on Jul 12, 2024
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Activation of the sympathetic nervous system ____.
A) widens airways
B) constricts pupils
C) stimulates urination
D) slows heartbeat and lowers blood pressure
E) allows the body to relax
Sympathetic Nervous
Part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for action, often referred to as the "fight or flight" response system.
Widens Airways
Refers to the process or action that increases the diameter of respiratory airways, improving air flow to and from the lungs.
- Understand the effects of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems on bodily functions.
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Brijesh joshiJul 13, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Activation of the sympathetic nervous system causes the release of epinephrine and norepinephrine, which in turn widen the airways to increase oxygen intake for fight or flight response. The sympathetic nervous system does not constrict pupils, stimulate urination, slow heartbeat and lower blood pressure or allow the body to relax.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the effects of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems on bodily functions.