PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
In contrast to the autonomic nervous system, the somatic nervous system:
A
has two motor neurons
B
has two afferent neurons
C
has one efferent neuron
D
stimulates effector cells
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Answer and Explanation: In contrast to the somatic nervous system, the autonomic nervous system uses a two efferent neuron chain. The autonomic nervous system has efferent neurons-namely the preganglionic and the postganglionic neurons.

Detailed explanation-2: -Efferent Pathways of the Autonomic Nervous System The efferent pathways of the ANS consist of 2 neurons that transmit impulses from the CNS to the effector tissue.

Detailed explanation-3: -The somatic nervous system consists of nerves that go to the skin and muscles and is involved in conscious activities. The autonomic nervous system consists of nerves that connect the CNS to the visceral organs such as the heart, stomach, and intestines. It mediates unconscious activities.

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