Sympathetic Nervous System Activation Stimulates

question 181

Multiple Choice

Sympathetic nervous system activation stimulates:

• A) ejaculation in males.
• B) secretion of tears.
• C) salivation.
• D) constriction of the bronchial tubes.

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Definitions:

Hormones

Chemical messengers produced by the endocrine glands that regulate various bodily functions and processes.

Glands

Organs in the body that secrete hormones or other substances directly into the blood or onto a surface within or outside of the body.

Adrenal Glands

Small glands located on top of each kidney that produce a variety of hormones including adrenaline and cortisol, which help regulate metabolism, immune system, blood pressure, response to stress, and other essential functions.

Epinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone referred to as adrenaline, which plays a crucial role in the body's response to stress or danger.