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11 years ago
The autonomic nervous system is divided into two parts that work together but in opposing ways.  Describe the functions of each part in detail, and create an example which illustrates the activation of one part and then the other.
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The two divisions are the sympathetic and the parasympathetic divisions.
The sympathetic division increases arousal and uses energy.
The parasympathetic division slows the body and stores and conserves energy.
Example—A stressful situation, such as giving a speech, causes increased sympathetic activity and arousal.  When the speech is over, the parasympathetic division slows body functions to normal.
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