5 Questions
Which part of the nervous system controls involuntary motor functions such as heart rate and bowel movement?
Sympathetic Nervous System
Which type of neurons send signals from organs to the CNS and can be visceral or somatic?
Afferent Neurons
Which division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for 'rest and digest' functions?
Parasympathetic Nervous System
Which type of neurons transfer commands from the CNS to effectors such as muscles or glands?
Efferent Neurons
Which part of the nervous system is responsible for voluntary motor functions, controlling skeletal muscles?
Somatic Nervous System
Test your knowledge of the autonomic nervous system with this introductory quiz. Explore the divisions and subtypes, including the sympathetic nervous system, and its role in involuntary functions like heart rate and bowel movement.
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