Briefly Describe the Somatic Division of the Peripheral Nervous System

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Essay

Briefly describe the somatic division of the peripheral nervous system in humans.

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Definitions:

Exocrine Gland

Gland that secretes to a surface or outward through a duct.

Pancreas

A glandular organ in the digestive system and endocrine system that produces hormones including insulin and enzymes necessary for digestion.

Insulin

A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates glucose levels in the blood.

Glucose Uptake

The process by which cells absorb glucose from the bloodstream, which is then used as energy or stored for later use.