Explain How Smoke Detectors Work

question 11

Essay

Explain how smoke detectors work.

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Definitions:

Parasympathetic Arousal

The activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, leading to relaxation and decreased heart rate.

Polygraph

A polygraph, or lie detector test, measures physiological responses to questions to determine truthfulness.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system that helps the body conserve energy and promotes relaxation and digestion.

Somatic Nervous System

A component of the peripheral nervous system that controls voluntary movements of the body's muscles.