Which subdivision of the nervous system is associated with conserving bodily resources?
1 Answer
Aug 18, 2016
The parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system.
Explanation:
The nervous system can be roughly divided into:
- the somatic nervous system
#-># nerves connected to sensory receptors and skeletal muscles = voluntary movement - the autonomic nervous system
#-># nerves connected to the heart, glands and smooth muscles in e.g. blood vessels and intestines = involuntary movement.
The autonomic nervous system can further be divided into:
- the sympathetic division
#-># mobilizes bodily resources when required (fight or flight) - the parasympathetic division
#-># conserves bodily resources (rest and digest)
