The Function of the Autonomic Nervous System Is to Regulate

question 6

Multiple Choice

The function of the autonomic nervous system is to regulate the rate of:

• A)Cardiac muscle contractions
• B)Skeletal muscle contractions
• C)Spinal reflexes
• D)Sensory conduction

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Definitions:

Uric Acid

A waste product formed from the breakdown of purines, excreted in urine, high levels of which can lead to gout and kidney stones.

Protonephridia

Protonephridia are excretory structures found in some invertebrates, such as flatworms, consisting of a network of dead-end tubules connected to external openings.

Flatworm

A group of simple, soft-bodied invertebrates that belong to the phylum Platyhelminthes, characterized by their flattened bodies and lack of specialized respiratory and circulatory systems.

Ammonia

A compound of nitrogen and hydrogen (NH3) that is a byproduct of the metabolism of animals and is used in various industrial processes.