The Two Divisions of the Autonomic Nervous System, Sympathetic and Parasympathetic

question 56

Multiple Choice

The two divisions of the autonomic nervous system, sympathetic and parasympathetic ________.

• A) use preganglionic and postganglionic neurons to innervate skeletal muscle
• B) contain autonomic ganglia to house ganglionic neurons
• C) are voluntary
• D) are composed of PNS structures only
• E) function only during sleep

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Definitions:

Appetite-Suppressing

Related to or having the ability to reduce the desire to eat, often used in the context of diet and weight loss.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain below the thalamus, responsible for regulating many vital bodily functions including hunger, thirst, temperature, and emotional responses.

Basal Metabolic Rate

The rate at which the body uses energy while at rest to maintain vital functions such as breathing and keeping warm.

Blood Glucose Levels

The concentration of glucose in the blood, which is a critical aspect of metabolic health and energy production.