Match each part of the nervous system with its corresponding description.
-PNS subdivision that transmits incoming information from the sensory organs to the CNS
A)Afferent division
B)Autonomic nervous system
C)Central nervous system
D)Efferent division
E)Parasympathetic division
F)PNS
G)Somatic nervous system
H)Sympathetic division

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The afferent division of the PNS is responsible for transmitting incoming information from the sensory organs to the central nervous system.

Answer: D
 The efferent division of the PNS is responsible for transmitting outgoing information from the CNS to the muscles and glands.

Answer: F
 The peripheral nervous system (PNS) includes all nervous tissue outside of the CNS, including sensory and motor nerves.

Answer: G
 The somatic nervous system is part of the efferent division of the PNS and is responsible for voluntary movements and sensory information.

Answer: H
 The sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for the body's fight or flight response, while the parasympathetic division is responsible for rest and digestion.

Match Each Part of the Nervous System with Its Corresponding