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Paper 1 structured question: Biological drives, states of readiness that motivate an action, created by a biological need.

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Biological drives, states of readiness that motivate an action, created by a biological need.

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The parasympathetic nervous system plays a crucial role in the body's response after eating.

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Parasympathetic Nervous System

The parasympathetic nervous system activates the body's 'rest and digest' response, particularly when the body is at rest after eating.

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    Define the parasympathetic nervous system

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Functions of the Parasympathetic Nervous System

The parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for slowing the heart rate, increasing intestinal and gland activity, and relaxing sphincter muscles in the gastrointestinal tract.

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    Explain the role of the parasympathetic nervous system in digestion

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