The Nervous System Is Comprised of Two Parts: ________

question 21

Multiple Choice

The nervous system is comprised of two parts: ________.

• A)the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system
• B)the afferent nervous system and the efferent nervous system
• C)the sympathetic nervous system and the parasympathetic nervous system
• D)the brain and the spinal cord

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Definitions:

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter that plays a key role in mood regulation, digestion, sleep, and other bodily functions.

Emotional Arousal

The state of being emotionally stimulated or excited, which can impact cognitive processes and physical responses.

Fight or Flee

A physiological response to perceived harmful events, attacks, or threats to survival, also known as the fight-or-flight response.

Physiological Basis

The underlying physical and biological mechanisms that enable bodily functions and behaviors.