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Name the chemicals released by sysmpathetic and parasympathetic system

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### Step-by-Step Solution 1. **Understanding the Nervous System**: The human nervous system is divided into two main parts: the central nervous system (CNS) and the peripheral nervous system (PNS). The PNS is further divided into the somatic nervous system and the autonomic nervous system, which includes the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems. 2. **Identifying the Sympathetic System**: The sympathetic nervous system is often referred to as the "fight or flight" system. It prepares the body to respond to stressful situations by increasing heart rate, dilating airways, and releasing energy stores. 3. **Chemicals Released by the Sympathetic System**: The primary neurotransmitter released by the sympathetic nervous system is **noradrenaline** (also known as norepinephrine). This chemical is responsible for accelerating the heartbeat and preparing the body for rapid action. ...
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  2. Name the parts of that form autonomic nervous system.

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  3. Name the chemicals released by sysmpathetic and parasympathetic system

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  4. What is the effect of sympathetic system on the rate of heart beat ?

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  5. Give the sequence involved in a reflex action

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  6. Which part of nervous system contains the nucleus ?

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  7. Name the non-nervous special cells present in inter nervous space

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  8. What is the function of Oligodendrocytes ?

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  11. Name given to the intercellular space present between two neurons.

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  13. The transparent front part of sclera through which light passes

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  14. The layer in eye that contain photoreceptor cells.

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  15. Which fluid supplies nutriftion to lens and cornea ?

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  16. Which muscles bring abort the change in the thickness of the lens in t...

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  17. Which cells become active in dim light in eye helps to see in dark ?

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  18. Name the part of inner ear that has auditory receptors.

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  19. What is the role of three semicircular canals in ear ?

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  20. Name tube that connects the middle ear to the pharynx.

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