Homeostasis and Response · Autumn Term
The Human Nervous System
Mapping the structure and function of the CNS and the mechanics of reflex arcs.
Key Questions
- 1How does the speed of electrical transmission in neurons compare to chemical signaling at the synapse?
- 2Why are reflex arcs vital for survival and how do they bypass conscious thought?
- 3How do modern pharmaceuticals interact with neurotransmitters to alter human perception or behavior?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
GCSE: Biology - Homeostasis and ResponseGCSE: Biology - The Human Nervous System
Year: Year 11
Subject: Biology
Unit: Homeostasis and Response
Period: Autumn Term
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