Which of the following is a likely effect of an aging ANS?

A. Decreased emotions
B. Slowed somatic reflexes
C. Decreased lacrimal secretions and dry eyes
D. Decreased sensitivity to pain from the skin, muscles, or joints


C. Decreased lacrimal secretions and dry eyes

Anatomy & Physiology

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A. pinocytosis and phagocytosis. B. diffusion and osmosis. C. hydrostatic pressure and osmotic pressure. D. active and passive transport.

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The numerous ________ within the intercalated discs prevent cardiac muscle fibers from pulling apart.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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When both the egg and the sperm unite, the process is called __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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The ___ urethra runs through the penis and opens to the outside at the external uretheral orifice.

A. spongy B. penile C. prostatic D. membranous

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