20. Define the different categories of nervous system:central, peripheral, autonomic, sympathetic and parasympathetic.
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Define Central nervous system
The complex of nerve tissues that controls the activities of the body. In vertebrates it comprises the brain and spinal cord.
Define the Peripheral Nervous System
the nervous system outside the brain and spinal cord.
Define autonomic nervous system
network of nerves throughout your body that control unconscious processes.
Parasympathetic , sympathetic and enteric nervus system
Define Sympathetic nervous system
The division that prepares the body for “fight or flight” during stress or activity.
Define Parasympathetic nervous system?
The division that promotes “rest and digest”, helping the body conserve energy.
Define somatic nervous system
Voluntary