PRINCIPLES OF ANATOMY+PHYSIOLOGY
PRINCIPLES OF ANATOMY+PHYSIOLOGY
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ISBN: 9781119821823
Author: Tortora
Publisher: WILEY C
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Chapter 15, Problem 6CP
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The reason behind the simultaneous effects produced by the sympathetic division, in contrast to the localized effects produced by the parasympathetic division.

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The sympathetic as well as the parasympathetic nervous system are classified as the divisions of the autonomic nervous system (ANS). The nerves of the ANS innervate the visceral organs and help in supporting and enhancing either the flight-or-fight response or the rest and routine body activities, depending upon the situation.

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