The Nervous System
An examination of the structure and function of the nervous system in detecting and responding to stimuli. Students explore action potentials and synaptic transmission.
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An examination of the structure and function of the nervous system in detecting and responding to stimuli. Students explore action potentials and synaptic transmission.
Key Questions
- How do sensory receptors detect environmental changes?
- What is the structure of a neuron and how does it relate to its function?
- How are nerve impulses transmitted across a synaptic cleft?
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