The Human Nervous System
Science (Chemistry, Biology) · Secondary 4 · Coordination and Response · 2.º Período

The Human Nervous System

An introduction to the central and peripheral nervous systems, focusing on reflex actions and voluntary responses. Students will also study the structure of the human eye.

MOE Syllabus OutcomesSyllabus 5078, Section IV: Nervous SystemSyllabus 5078, Learning Outcome 10(a)-(f)

About This Topic

An introduction to the central and peripheral nervous systems, focusing on reflex actions and voluntary responses. Students will also study the structure of the human eye.

Key Questions

  1. How do nerve impulses travel in a reflex arc?
  2. What are the main parts of the human eye?
  3. How does the eye focus on near and distant objects?

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