somatic nervous system

The sensory function of the somatic nervous system can be demonstrated by

• all activity within the spinal cord.

• moving your hand away from a hot stove reflexively.

• the homeostatic response to an increase in body temperature.

• experiencing the sensation of heat when holding a cup of coffee.

The motor function of the somatic nervous system can be demonstrated by

• experiencing the cold sensation of ice on your skin.

• reflexively moving your hand away from a hot stove.

• feeling muscle soreness after playing sport.

• scratching your head.

The peripheral nervous system contains

• the skeletal muscles.

• the brain and spinal cord.

• all the nerves of the central nervous system.

• all the nerves outside the brain and spinal cord.

The somatic nervous system carries information from _________ to the _________.

• the peripheral nervous system; autonomic nervous system

• the sympathetic nervous system; parasympathetic nervous system

• skeletal muscles; sensory receptors

• sensory receptors; CNS