Asked by Maria Alanis on Jul 03, 2024

The autonomic nervous system has two divisions called the __________ and the __________

A) central; peripheral.
B) sympathetic; parasympathetic.
C) receptors; effectors.
D) limbic; endocrine.

Sympathetic

Pertaining to the part of the autonomic nervous system that increases heart rate, constricts blood vessels, and raises blood pressure, typically in response to stress.

Parasympathetic

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and bringing the body to a state of rest by slowing the heart rate and increasing intestinal and gland activity.

Autonomic Nervous System

The segment of the nervous system responsible for regulating automatic body functions such as digestion, heartbeat, and breathing rate.

  • Identify the differences among the subdivisions of the autonomic nervous system and their influence on automatic bodily functions.