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The Autonomic Nervous System
The autonomic nervous system is a division of the peripheral nervous system that manages the body's internal organs and glands. Its functions are generally considered to be involuntary and operate outside of conscious control.
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The Somatic Nervous System
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Comparison of the Somatic and Autonomic Nervous Systems
Imagine you are walking down a quiet street when a car horn blares unexpectedly. You consciously turn your head toward the sound, and at the same time, your heart begins to beat much faster. Which subdivisions of the peripheral nervous system are responsible for turning your head and for the increase in your heart rate, respectively?