Chapter 26.5, Problem 4MC

Summary Introduction

To cite:

An example of the opposing actions of the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous system.

Concept introduction:

Peripheral nervous system is composed of sensory and motor neuron pathways. The sensory pathways transmit information from sensory receptors found in skin, skeleton, and muscles to central nervous system. Motor pathway transmits nerve impulse from central nervous system to glands and muscles.