What 2 systems make up the peripheral system and what do they do?

The peripheral nervous system (PNS) is made up of the somatic nervous system and the autonomic nervous system. The somatic nervous system is responsible for voluntary movements and the transmission of sensory information to the central nervous system. In contrast, the autonomic nervous system regulates involuntary functions, such as heart rate, digestion, and respiratory rate, and is further divided into the sympathetic and parasympathetic divisions. Together, these systems connect the central nervous system to the limbs and organs, facilitating communication throughout the body.