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Autonomic plexus
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a network of nerves and ganglia that regulates involuntary bodily functions
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
autonomic plexuses
What is an "autonomic plexus"?
An autonomic plexus is a network of nerves that forms intricate connections within the autonomic nervous system. It consists of a complex arrangement of nerve fibers and ganglia, allowing for the transmission of signals and coordination of involuntary functions in various regions of the body. The autonomic plexus plays a crucial role in regulating processes such as heart rate, digestion, respiration, and glandular secretion.
