The part of the nervous system that quiets the body after arousal and helps maintain vital functions (like breathing) at moderate levels is the __________ branch. science forum
The answer is the parasympathetic system.
It is referred to as the system that
invokes ‘feed and rest’ and ‘rest and digest’ during resting. This is invoked epically after a spike in activity
such and sexual arousal, defecation, salivation,
lacrimation, and digestion. It complements
the sympathetic system in achieving homeostasis.
