NERVOUS SYSTEM SPECIAL SENSE
PERIPHERAL NERVE
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Question
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What is NOT a response of the sympathetic nervous system?
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Dilation of the pupils
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Elevation of the heart rate
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Increased blood flow to skeletal muscle
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increased activity of the digestive system
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -eg, the sympathetic nervous system can accelerate heart rate, widen bronchial passages, decrease motility (movement) of the large intestine, constrict blood vessels, cause pupil dilation, activate goose bumps, start sweating and raise blood pressure.
Detailed explanation-2: -In the context of a lioness hunting on the savannah, why would the sympathetic system not activate the digestive system? Whereas energy is needed for running away from the threat, blood needs to be sent to the skeletal muscles for oxygen supply.
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