Cardiovascular System: Blood Flow Process
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What is the main difference between autonomic and somatic nervous systems?

  • Somatic functions carry commands from the brain, while autonomic processes carry sensory information.
  • Autonomic processes connect directly to the spinal cord, while somatic functions connect to the brain.
  • Autonomic processes are managed consciously, while somatic functions are automatic.
  • Autonomic processes are automatic, while somatic functions are managed by thinking about them. (correct)
  • Which type of nerve carries information to your brain and spinal cord?

  • Sensory nerves (correct)
  • Motor nerves
  • Autonomic nerves
  • Cranial nerves
  • Where are the sensory nerve connections to your spinal cord located?

  • Back of the spinal cord (correct)
  • Front of the spinal cord
  • Cranial nerves
  • Mixed nerve fibers
  • Which part of the nervous system carries command signals from the brain to various body parts?

    <p>Motor nerves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of information do motor nerves carry?

    <p>Commands from the brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are the motor nerve connections located with respect to the spinal cord?

    <p>Front of the spinal cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of autonomic nerves in your body?

    <p>Controlling automatic functions of organs and systems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a reflex action?

    <p>A sudden and involuntary response to stimuli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between sensory and motor nerves?

    <p>Sensory nerves carry information to the brain and spinal cord, while motor nerves carry command signals from the brain to body parts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of nerve carries signals related to muscle movement?

    <p>Motor nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do sensory nerve connections that lead to the spinal cord originate?

    <p>Back of the spinal cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of nerve is involved in controlling automatic functions of organs in the body?

    <p>Autonomic nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of somatic nervous system?

    <p>To manage functions by thinking about them</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of nerve connects directly to the brain through cranial nerves?

    <p>Sensory nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are motor nerve connections located with respect to the spinal cord?

    <p>Front of the spinal cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What part of the nervous system specifically involves reflex responses to stimuli?

    <p>Somatic Nervous System</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of nerve carries commands away from your brain?

    <p>Motor Nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where are autonomic nerve connections found in relation to your brain?

    <p>Away from your brain</p> Signup and view all the answers

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