Asked by Emily Perez on Jun 02, 2024
Verified
Target tissues may be stimulated or inhibited
A) Somatic motor nervous system
B) Autonomic nervous system
C) Both somatic and autonomic nervous systems
D) Neither somatic nor autonomic nervous system
Autonomic Nervous System
The part of the nervous system responsible for control of bodily functions not consciously directed, such as breathing, the heartbeat, and digestive processes.
Target Tissues
Specific tissues or organs that are affected by hormones, drugs, or other active substances due to the presence of specific receptors.
Somatic Motor Nervous System
A part of the peripheral nervous system that carries motor commands from the central nervous system to the skeletal muscles.
- Acknowledge the influence of sympathetic and parasympathetic actions on multiple physiological mechanisms.
Verified Answer
CB
Christina BenoitJun 04, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The autonomic nervous system controls involuntary actions and regulates the function of internal organs, glands, and blood vessels, allowing for both stimulation and inhibition of target tissues. The somatic nervous system, in contrast, primarily controls voluntary movements and does not typically inhibit target tissues.
Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the influence of sympathetic and parasympathetic actions on multiple physiological mechanisms.