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What is the main difference between autonomic and somatic nervous systems?
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?
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?
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?
Which part of the nervous system carries command signals from the brain to various body parts?
What type of information do motor nerves carry?
What type of information do motor nerves carry?
Where are the motor nerve connections located with respect to the spinal cord?
Where are the motor nerve connections located with respect to the spinal cord?
What is the main function of autonomic nerves in your body?
What is the main function of autonomic nerves in your body?
What is a reflex action?
What is a reflex action?
What is the main difference between sensory and motor nerves?
What is the main difference between sensory and motor nerves?
Which type of nerve carries signals related to muscle movement?
Which type of nerve carries signals related to muscle movement?
Where do sensory nerve connections that lead to the spinal cord originate?
Where do sensory nerve connections that lead to the spinal cord originate?
Which type of nerve is involved in controlling automatic functions of organs in the body?
Which type of nerve is involved in controlling automatic functions of organs in the body?
What is the function of somatic nervous system?
What is the function of somatic nervous system?
Which type of nerve connects directly to the brain through cranial nerves?
Which type of nerve connects directly to the brain through cranial nerves?
Where are motor nerve connections located with respect to the spinal cord?
Where are motor nerve connections located with respect to the spinal cord?
What part of the nervous system specifically involves reflex responses to stimuli?
What part of the nervous system specifically involves reflex responses to stimuli?
Which type of nerve carries commands away from your brain?
Which type of nerve carries commands away from your brain?
Where are autonomic nerve connections found in relation to your brain?
Where are autonomic nerve connections found in relation to your brain?
