Biological approach 0.0 / 5 ? PsychologyApproachesA2/A-levelAQA Created by: remyjoy-1Created on: 17-10-17 09:46 Genotype An individuals genetic make-up, which occurs at conception. 1 of 12 Phenotype An organisms actual observed properties, which is formed at conception. 2 of 12 Evolution The process that involves a gradual change in a species over many generations. 3 of 12 Sexual Selection Members of the same sex compete with one another for a mate, those who 'win' pass on their genes to the next generation. 4 of 12 Natural selection Characteristics that are not suited to a species' environment will die out as it struggles to survive 5 of 12 Neurotransmitters Chemicals within the brain (cerebral fluid) that transmit signals 6 of 12 Peripheral nervous system The nervous system for the limbs and torso. 7 of 12 Central nervous system made up of the brain and spinal chord, sends messages to limbs in response to simulis. 8 of 12 Neuron a nerve cell which transfers information throughout the nervous system 9 of 12 Endocrine system affects the transfer and secretion of hormones throughout the body 10 of 12 Name 3 research methods Animals Studies, Twin/family studies, Drug therapy, Scans, Case studies 11 of 12 Name the 3 basic assumptions 1. Genes influence behaviour. 2. The brain should be the main focus of psychology. 3. Chemicals found in the body are related to a persons behaviour. 12 of 12
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