Control of Heart Rate 2.0 / 5 based on 1 rating ? BiologyHuman, animal and plant physiologyA2/A-levelAQA Created by: RebeccaCreated on: 03-04-13 09:24 The control of heart rate involves the brain and the... autonomic nervous system. 1 of 6 What does autonomic mean? Self-governing. 2 of 6 What does the autonomic nervous system do? It controls the involuntary activities of the muscles and glands. 3 of 6 Name the two divisions of the autonomic nervous system. 1) Sympathetic NS 2) Parasympathetic NS 4 of 6 Why are these two divisions described as being antagonistic? Their activities oppose one another. 5 of 6 Describe the role of the Sympathetic NS. It stimulates effectors so speeds up activity, helps us cope with stressful situations - heightens awareness, prepares for activity. 6 of 6
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