The Sensory Nerve Fibers That Conduct Information to the Central

question 38

Multiple Choice

The sensory nerve fibers that conduct information to the central nervous system are called________.

• A)afferent fibers
• B)efferent fibers
• C)dentrites
• D)None of the above answers are correct

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Definitions:

Autonomic Nervous System

A part of the peripheral nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions, including heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate.

Skeletal Muscles

Muscles attached to bones that are responsible for voluntary movements of the body.

Sympathetic Nervous System

A part of the autonomic nervous system that activates the body's fight-or-flight response.

Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per unit of time, typically expressed in beats per minute (bpm), indicating cardiovascular activity.