Explain What Dual Innervation Means with Regard to the Autonomic

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Essay

Explain what dual innervation means with regard to the autonomic nervous system. Using the cardiovascular, respiratory and digestive systems as examples, explain how dual innervation regulates the function of each system.

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Definitions:

Hydrologic Cycle

The continuous movement of water on, above, and below the surface of the Earth, including processes such as evaporation, precipitation, and runoff.

Mid-Ocean Ridges

Undersea mountain ranges where new oceanic crust is formed through volcanic activity and seafloor spreading.

Hot Springs

Natural springs that discharge water heated by geothermal processes from the Earth's interior.

Planet's Formation

The process by which a planet forms from the gas and dust surrounding a young star, typically through the accretion of material.