Autonomic Nervous System: Chapter 15.1 Quiz

Which type of synapse involves the release of norepinephrine to alpha or beta receptors?

What is the second signaling molecule in the adrenergic synapse?

Which type of reflex involves a completely peripheral, local response with the synapse in the ganglia?

Which branch of the autonomic system has baroreceptors to react to stretch stimuli in the aorta and carotid arteries?

Without the parasympathetic signal, what would the heart rate be?

Which type of synapse involves the release of Ach to either nicotinic or muscarinic receptors?

Where do sympathetic signals come from in the thoracolumbar system?

What is the function of the collateral ganglia in the sympathetic division?

What is the main difference between preganglionic fibers in sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions?

What is the role of the adrenal medulla in the sympathetic division?

Where are the terminal ganglia located in the parasympathetic division?

In which system are the collateral ganglia found?

Which region of the brain is responsible for regulating autonomic and endocrine function?

What is the effect of nicotine on the autonomic nervous system?

Which brain region is strongly connected to the hypothalamus and responsible for emotion and memory function?

What is the function of sympathomimetic drugs?

Which part of the brain serves as the control center for many homeostatic mechanisms?

What does an exogenous chemical refer to?