Reptiles Have a Smaller Brain Than Amphibians of the Same

question 34

True/False

Reptiles have a smaller brain than amphibians of the same body size.

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Definitions:

Parasympathetic Activities

Functions of the parasympathetic nervous system that work to conserve energy and bring the body to a state of rest, such as decreasing heart rate and increasing digestion.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone associated with the body's stress response and regulation of blood pressure, attention, and alertness.

Hypervigilance

An amplified sensitivity to senses, along with an exaggerated scope of behaviors focused on threat detection.

Chronic Arousal

A continuous state of being physiologically alert and responsive to stimuli.