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What are the two main divisions of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?

• Cerebrum and cerebellum

• Central nervous system and spinal cord

• Somatic nervous system and autonomic nervous system

• Motor neurons and sensory neurons

What initiates diges usetion in the cat's mouth?

• Teeth

• Saliva

• Tongue

• Esophagus

What type of neuron transmits sensory information to the brain?

• Motor neuron

• Sensory neuron

• Interneuron

• Autonomic neuron

What is the primary function of the esophagus in the digestive system?

• Digestion

• Absorption

• Transporting food

• Producing enzymes

Which of the following are components of the central nervous system (CNS)?

• Brain and spinal cord

• Nerves and muscles

• Heart and lungs

• Liver and kidneys

What is an example of a negative feedback mechanism in cats?

• Grooming behavior triggering more grooming

• Shivering to generate heat when cold

• • Release of endorphins during grooming

• • Itchiness leading to more scratching

What is the system that is formed that carries blood to all organs, tissues and cells when blood vessels leave the heart?

• Circulatory

• Conduit system

• Nervous

• Circuit system

What happens to food in the stomach?

• It is further chewed

• It is absorbed into the bloodstream

• It mixes with gastric juices and acids

• It is eliminated as waste

1. What is the primary difference between positive and negative feedback mechanisms?

• • Positive feedback reduces changes, while negative feedback amplifies them

• • Positive feedback amplifies changes, while negative feedback opposes them

• • Positive feedback maintains homeostasis, while negative feedback disrupts it

• • Positive feedback occurs in response to external changes, while negative feedback responds to internal changes

What are the two main divisions of the peripheral nervous system (PNS)?

• Cerebrum and cerebellum

• Central nervous system and spinal cord

• Somatic nervous system and autonomic nervous system

• Motor neurons and sensory neurons