Question
Biology Question on neural control and coordination
The sympathetic nerves, in mammals, arise from
A
sacral nerves
B
3rd, 7th, 9th and 10th cranial nerves
C
thoraco-lumbar nerves
D
cervical nerves.
Answer
thoraco-lumbar nerves
Explanation
Solution
Sympathetic nervous system forms a part of autonomic nervous system that consists of nerves which connect the visceral receptors and effectors with the central nervous system through the crania and spinal nerves. Sympathetic nerves arise from thoracolumbar nerves.