Athermometer is placed in water in order to measure the water’s temperature. what would cause the liquid in the thermometer to rise?
a. the molecules in the water move closer together.
b. the molecules in the thermometer’s liquid spread apart.
c. the kinetic energy of the water molecules decreases.
d. the kinetic energy of the thermometer’s liquid molecules decreases

what statement best describes the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems?

the sympathetic nervous system prepares the body for intense physical activity and is often referred to as the fight-or-flight response. the parasympathetic nervous system has almost the exact opposite effect and relaxes the body and inhibits or slows many high energy functions.

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