Topic outline
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The autonomic nervous system (ANS) is the division of the nervous system responsible for the automatic, involuntary actions of the body. This is an important division to understand as we will be revisiting the ANS in each of the subsequent organ systems, and exploring its role in regulating the functions of the respective organs.
While watching the ANS video below, consider the following questions:
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What are the broad functions of the sympathetic nervous system?
- How does this differ from the parasympathetic nervous system?
- Why are both responses important in maintaining life?
Activity 4
After watching the video above, complete the following activity to consolidate what you have learnt. The activity comprises one question of 'fill in the blanks'.
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What are the broad functions of the sympathetic nervous system?
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