5 Questions
Where are the preganglionic neurons of the autonomic nervous system located?
both A and B
Which division of the autonomic nervous system is said to function during 'rest and digest'?
parasympathetic
Where are the preganglionic neurons of the sympathetic nervous system located?
anterior gray horns of segments T1 to L2 of the spinal cord
What are clusters of ganglionic sympathetic neurons that innervate organs in the abdominopelvic region called?
chain
How many questions are there in the given text?
5
Study Notes
Autonomic Nervous System
- Preganglionic neurons of the autonomic nervous system are located in the central nervous system (CNS), specifically in the brainstem and spinal cord.
- The parasympathetic nervous system is the division of the autonomic nervous system that functions during 'rest and digest'.
- Preganglionic neurons of the sympathetic nervous system are located in the thoracic and lumbar regions of the spinal cord (T1-L2 or L3).
- Clusters of ganglionic sympathetic neurons that innervate organs in the abdominopelvic region are called prevertebral ganglia or collateral ganglia.
- There are 4 questions in the given text.
Test your knowledge of the autonomic nervous system with this quiz! Determine the location of preganglionic neurons and identify the division responsible for the "rest and digest" response. Choose the correct answers from multiple-choice options.
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