Which Body Functions Are Controlled by the Autonomic Nervous System

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which body functions are controlled by the autonomic nervous system? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Blood pressure
• B) Skeletal muscle contraction
• C) GI secretion
• D) Body temperature
• E) Urination

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Definitions:

Heterodimers

Molecular complexes formed by the pairing of two non-identical molecules, often proteins, which can have unique functional properties.

Gene Regulation

The process by which cells control the expression and activity of their genes, ensuring that the right genes are expressed at the right times and levels, enabling cells to respond to environmental changes and maintain homeostasis.

Activator Proteins

Proteins that bind to specific DNA sequences, thereby increasing the rate of transcription of genes, playing a crucial role in regulating gene expression.

Transcription Factors

Proteins that regulate the transcription of genes by binding to specific DNA sequences, influencing the rate at which genetic information is copied to mRNA.