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How many ganglia are typically found in the cervical part of the sympathetic chain?
Which part of the sympathetic chain has the highest number of ganglia?
What is the total number of lumbar and sacral ganglia combined in the sympathetic chain?
How are the paravertebral ganglia organized along the vertebral column?
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What is the range of ganglia present in the thoracic part of the sympathetic chain?
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What type of ganglia are located in front of the vertebral column?
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Which ganglia form the sympathetic chain along the vertebral column?
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What is the primary characteristic of prevertebral ganglia?
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Where are the paravertebral ganglia positioned relative to the vertebral column?
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Which ganglia would be considered as part of the autonomic nervous system?
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What is the primary role of postganglionic neurons in the sympathetic nervous system?
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How do postganglionic axons reach their target structures in the thorax?
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Which structures do postganglionic neurons primarily supply?
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What is the significance of the grey ramus communicans in the sympathetic nervous system?
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Where are postganglionic neurons located in relation to the paravertebral ganglion?
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Which structure houses postganglionic neurons?
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What is the primary function of postganglionic axons in relation to pelvic viscera?
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Which option describes the location of postganglionic ganglia in the sympathetic nervous system?
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Which cranial nerve is known to contain parasympathetic neurons?
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Which two nervous system divisions primarily interact with postganglionic neurons?
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What is the primary function of the preganglionic fibers within the sympathetic chain?
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Which ganglia do preganglionic fibers reach after leaving the sympathetic chain?
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Why might preganglionic fibers leave the sympathetic chain without synapsing?
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What anatomical structure do the preganglionic fibers connect with after leaving the sympathetic chain?
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What type of nervous system is chiefly represented by the sympathetic chain?
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Study Notes
Postganglionic Ganglia
- Located closer to the central nervous system compared to preganglionic neurons.
- Prevertebral ganglia include:
- Celiac ganglion
- Superior and inferior mesenteric ganglia, situated in front of the vertebral column.
- Paravertebral ganglia form the sympathetic chain adjacent to the vertebral column.
Structure of the Sympathetic Chain
- Comprised of two interconnected sympathetic chains, one on each side of the vertebral column.
- Number of ganglia:
- Three in the cervical region.
- Eleven to twelve in the thoracic region.
- Four each in the lumbar and sacral regions.
Postganglionic Neurons
- Arise from the corresponding paravertebral ganglia.
- Postganglionic axons exit the sympathetic chain and join the spinal nerve via the grey ramus communicans (GRC).
- These axons target structures in the thorax, including blood vessels and sweat glands.
Preganglionic Fibers
- Preganglionic fibers within the sympathetic chain may exit without synapsing.
- These fibers reach:
- Celiac ganglion
- Superior mesenteric ganglion
- Inferior mesenteric ganglion
- Synapse with postganglionic neurons located in peripheral ganglia.
- Postganglionic axons supply pelvic viscera.
Comparison with Parasympathetic Division
- Understanding of the differences in function and location between sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions is essential for neural physiology.
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This quiz covers the structure and function of the sympathetic nervous system, focusing on postganglionic ganglia, the sympathetic chain, and the roles of preganglionic and postganglionic neurons. Explore how these components interact and their relevance to thoracic structures. Test your understanding of the nervous system with specific examples.