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what is the process of one division stimulating certain smooth muscles to contract or gland secrete, while other division inhibits the action?
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dual innervation
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which division of the autonomic system is known as the
"resting and digesting" system? |
parasympathetic division
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what is the function of the parasympathetic division?
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keeps body energy as low as possible,
directs housekeeping activities of feces elimination digestion |
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what autonomic nervous system division is known as the fight or flight system>
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sympathetic system
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What is the role of sympathetic division?
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increase heart rate
dilate eye pupils cooling the body |
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what is the function of sympathetic division during physical activity?
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visceral blood vessels constrict
blood flows to skeletal muscles heart rate increases |
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what does the liver release more of into the blood to accommodate the increased energy needs of body cells.
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glucose
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