Autonomic Nervous System Overview
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Match the following autonomic nervous system branches with their primary effects on the eyes:

Sympathetic = Dilates pupil, inhibits tears Parasympathetic = Constricts pupils, produces tears

Match the following effects with the corresponding organ under the sympathetic nervous system:

Heart = Speeds heartbeat Liver = Stimulates glucose release Sweat Glands = Stimulates sweating Digestive System = Inhibits digestive system

Match the following organs with their effects under the parasympathetic nervous system:

Bladder = Contracts bladder Rectum = Relaxes the rectum and bladder Salivary Glands = Stimulates salivation Heart = Slows heartbeat

Match the following functions with the corresponding nervous system branch:

<p>Sympathetic = Constricts airways Parasympathetic = Not directly affected (lungs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following effects with the corresponding nervous system branches:

<p>Sympathetic = Stimulates digestive system's action (stomach) Parasympathetic = Stimulates digestive processes (pancreas)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Autonomic Nervous System

  • The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary functions like heart rate, digestion, and breathing.
  • It has two branches: sympathetic and parasympathetic.

Sympathetic Nervous System

  • Effects: Speeds heartbeat, dilates pupils, inhibits salivation, stimulates sweating, constricts blood vessels in skin, stimulates glucose release.
  • Effects on organs:
    • Lungs: Constrict airways.
    • Heart: Speeds heartbeat.
    • Liver: Stimulates glucose release.
    • Pancreas: In details, the sympathetic nervous system doesn't directly stimulate the pancreas. It inhibits the digestive system.
    • Stomach: Inhibits digestive system.
    • Intestines: Inhibits digestive system.
    • Bladder: Contracts bladder.
    • Genitals: Stimulates sexual arousal.
  • Neurotransmitters: Releases epinephrine (adrenaline) and norepinephrine.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

  • Effects: Slows heartbeat, constricts pupils, stimulates salivation, stimulates digestive system, relaxes bladder.
  • Effects on organs:
    • Lungs: Constrict airways.
    • Heart: Slows heartbeat.
    • Stomach: Stimulates digestive system.
    • Intestines: Stimulates digestive system.
    • Bladder: Relaxes bladder.
    • Genitals: Stimulates orgasm.
  • Neurotransmitters: Epinephrine and norepinephrine.

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Explore the functions and roles of the autonomic nervous system, focusing on its two branches: sympathetic and parasympathetic. Understand how each branch affects various organs and involuntary processes in the body. This quiz will enhance your knowledge of how the autonomic nervous system operates.

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