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Amber Wise-Duty
on Nov 11, 2024
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The parasympathetic nervous system is to the sympathetic nervous system as ________ is to ________.
A) raising of blood sugar;lowering of blood sugar
B) inhibition of digestion;activation of digestion
C) contraction of pupils;dilation of pupils
D) increasing blood pressure;decreasing blood pressure
Parasympathetic Nervous System
The part of the autonomic nervous system that conserves energy by slowing the heart rate and increasing intestinal and gland activity.
Sympathetic Nervous System
The part of the autonomic nervous system that prepares the body for action by accelerating heart rate, increasing blood pressure, and dilating pupils, among other responses.
Blood Sugar
The concentration of glucose in the blood, which is a primary energy source for the body's cells.
- Comprehend the functions and significance of the autonomic nervous system in emotional responses.
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Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the functions and significance of the autonomic nervous system in emotional responses.