Parasympathetic and sympathetic stimulation both increase salivary secretion, contrary to the usual antagonistic activity of these two components of the autonomic nervous system.

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While the parasympathetic and sympathetic systems often have opposing effects on physiological processes, both stimulate salivary secretion. Parasympathetic stimulation leads to watery secretions, while sympathetic stimulation results in thicker, more viscous secretions.

Parasympathetic and Sympathetic Stimulation Both Increase Salivary Secretion, Contrary to the Usual