BSC 2086 FSU Exam 1 Notes/Questions with complete solutions

What are the two divisions of the nervous system, and what are their functions? Correct Answer-afferent division (sensory) and efferent division (movement) What are the components of the afferent division of the NS? Correct Answer-Made up of the somatic and visceral sensory pathways. What are the components of the efferent division of the NS? Correct Answer-Made up of the somatic motor pathways that control visceral effectors (ex. skeletal muscles) What do motor pathways provide? Correct Answer-The voluntary and involuntary motor functions of the nervous system. What does the somatic nervous system control? Correct Answer-Voluntary control (ex. skeletal muscles) What does the autonomic nervous system control? Correct Answer-(aka visceral motor system) Visceral effectors (ex. smooth muscle, cardiac muscle) What are sensory receptors? Correct Answer-Specialized cells or cell processes that monitor specific conditions in the body or external environment.