Question

In mammals, activation of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system increases

a. insulin release by the pancreas.
b. contractions of the urinary bladder.
c. gut motility.
d. sweat gland secretion.

Answer 1

Activation of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system in mammals increases sweat gland secretion through the fight-or-flight response.

Step-by-step explanation:

In mammals, activation of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system increases sweat gland secretion. As part of the fight-or-flight response, the sympathetic system prepares the body for a threat by increasing heart rate, breathing rate, and blood flow to skeletal muscles, while decreasing blood flow to the digestive system. Increased sweat gland secretion is also a part of this integrated response to help regulate body temperature during physical exertion or stress.

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