Match each term with its description or definition.
-Neurotransmitter released by adrenergic fibers
A)Sympathetic nervous system
B)Parasympathetic nervous system
C)Alpha receptor
D)Nicotinic receptor
E)Sympathetic trunk
F)Splanchnic nerve
G)"Fight or flight"
H)"Rest and repair"
I)Acetylcholine
J)Norepinephrine

Question

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Norepinephrine is the neurotransmitter released by adrenergic fibers.

Answer: A
 The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the "fight or flight" response and releases norepinephrine.

Answer: C
 Alpha receptors are a type of adrenergic receptor that norepinephrine binds to.

Answer: D
 Nicotinic receptors are cholinergic receptors that acetylcholine binds to.

Answer: E
 The sympathetic trunk is a bundle of nerves that run parallel to the spinal column and are part of the sympathetic nervous system.

Answer: F
 The splanchnic nerve is a nerve that carries sensory and motor fibers to the viscera (internal organs) and is part of the sympathetic nervous system.

Answer: H
 The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for "rest and repair" functions.

Answer: I
 Acetylcholine is a cholinergic neurotransmitter that is released by parasympathetic nerves.

Match Each Term with Its Description or Definition