Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
Fundamentals of Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780134477336
Author: Martini
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 16, Problem 27RQ
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To determine:

The reason for the autonomic tone being a significant part of ANS function.

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The motor neurons of the autonomic nervous system maintain a base line activity, even if no stimulus is provided. This background level of activity of motor neurons is called autonomic tone.

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