The Parasympathetic Nervous System Is to the Sympathetic Nervous System

question 152

Multiple Choice

The parasympathetic nervous system is to the sympathetic nervous system as ________ is to ________.

• A) pupil dilation;pupil contraction
• B) raising blood pressure;lowering blood pressure
• C) inhibition of digestion;stimulation of digestion
• D) lowering of blood sugar;raising of blood sugar

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Definitions:

Armature

The rotating coil or coils of a dynamo or electric motor where voltage is induced by magnetic action.

DC Motor

An electric motor that runs on direct current (DC) electricity, converting electrical energy into mechanical energy through the rotation of a shaft.

Magnetic Field

A vector field surrounding magnets, electric currents, and changing electric fields, where magnetic forces are exerted.

Armature

The rotating part of an electric machine (motor or generator) within which a current is induced by a magnetic field.