Name and Briefly Describe the Important Characteristic of Each of the Three

question 75

Essay

Name and briefly describe the important characteristic of each of the three phases of gastric secretion.

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Definitions:

Sympathetic Division

Part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for stressful or energetic activity, often termed the "fight or flight" system.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions, such as heart rate and digestion.

Cerebral Cortex

The outer layer of the brain, involved in complex brain functions such as thought, language, memory, and consciousness.

Escape Behaviors

Actions taken to avoid or remove oneself from uncomfortable, difficult, or distressing situations or feelings.