The Human Nervous System
Students explore the structure and function of the nervous system, including reflex arcs and the brain. They will investigate how synapses function to transmit electrical impulses between neurones.
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Students explore the structure and function of the nervous system, including reflex arcs and the brain. They will investigate how synapses function to transmit electrical impulses between neurones.
Key Questions
- How does a reflex action protect the body?
- What are the main structures and functions of the human brain?
- How do synapses transmit signals between neurones?
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